Manufacturing and Machining Co-Op

Responsibilities

• Support and promote a strong safety culture.
• Support the achievement of critical success factors: Safety, Quality, Delivery/Lead-time, Cost/Inventory Management, and Cost of Quality.
• Support the development and qualification of new procedures and processes.
• Provide a manufacturing support interface with Engineering, Sales, and Marketing to address potential manufacturability issues.
• Support the implementation of Lean in processes as appropriate.
• Understand and support the reduction in the cost of quality (COQ).
• Drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through:
• Quality: Analyze data and implement Root-Cause solutions to improve processes and personnel-driven nonconformance’s.
• Productivity: Identify and facilitate implementation of process improvements.
• Coordinate and communicate with all levels of the organization (formal and informal presentations).
• Develop Best Practices and Procedures; communicate these to employees through Visual Workplace, Formal Training, and Area meetings.
• Participate in the development of capital plans, support Appropriation Requests, and implement new capital technology to improve manufacturing processes and reduce nonconformance’s.
• Assist in coordination of production and quality activities to support Customer expectations.
• Identify and facilitate implementation of process improvement opportunities to increase throughput.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering.
• Mechanical Aptitude.
• Interest in manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Industrial Technology.
• Junior or Senior class standing.
• Hands-on manufacturing experience from a previous job, internship, or project-based academic assignment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

About the Role

In this role, you will support manufacturing processes, drive improvements, and collaborate across teams to ensure safety, quality, and productivity. You’ll work on Lean implementation, cost reduction, and equipment effectiveness while engaging with Engineering, Sales, and Marketing to address manufacturability issues. This position requires strong communication skills and a focus on process optimization.

Our Culture & Commitment to You

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We believe diverse teams, working together, are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best, you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet your physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid holidays and volunteer time. You will also gain hands-on experience, professional development, and networking opportunities in our well-established and structured co-op program. Additionally, we offer easy-to-access on-site cafeterias, fitness facilities, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.

About Emerson

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, we help customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical, and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security, and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources, and enhance safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries.

Work Authorization: Emerson will only employ those legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not offer sponsorship.