Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op

Role Purpose

This co‑op role provides a hands-on opportunity to support plant-wide manufacturing initiatives with a primary focus on automation and manufacturing related projects. The co‑op will partner with engineering, operations, quality, and maintenance teams to identify opportunities for automation, improve process capability, and drive cross-functional improvements across multiple manufacturing areas. This role offers broad exposure to equipment, processes, and systems within a production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support identification and implementation of automation opportunities across manufacturing processes
• Work with engineering and maintenance teams to support equipment upgrades, controls, and process automation projects
• Identify and implement improvements to cycle time, throughput, and quality
• Conduct process mapping, value stream analysis, and waste identification across multiple production areas
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring process or equipment issues
• Develop visual dashboards, metrics, and reporting tools to drive decision-making
• Utilize AI tools to analyze data and improve manufacturing processes
• Collaborate with operators, technicians, engineers, and quality teams across departments
• Assist in developing standard work, SOPs, and training materials for new processes or automation systems

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering program
• Strong interest in automation, manufacturing systems, or process engineering
• Ability to work in a hands-on plant environment

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to automation systems, PLCs, robotics, or controls
• Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, Power BI, etc.)
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma concepts
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, process flows, and system interactions
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Pay

The range for this position is $1,635.00 - $3,185.00 biweekly. Starting pay for the successful applicant is prescribed based on geographic location, nature of position, and year in school.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career
• Matching contributions to 401(k) savings plan (total retirement contributions between 7% and 12% of pay, depending on age and years of service)
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid parental leave and family building support
• Fitness benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Disease management programs
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives
• Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.