Plastic Molding Engineering Co-Op - Spring 2027

About the role

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in injection mold trials and process window development
• Support startup optimization and parameter validation
• Perform short-shot and imbalance studies
• Support defect analysis and root cause investigations
• Assist with IQ/OQ/PQ documentation
• Support tooling PM and mold performance assessments
• Attend team meetings to support project work as needed

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student pursuing MS/BS degree in Plastics Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Materials Science major
• Understanding of Injection Molding Process (injection molding fundamentals)
• Basic process validation knowledge in highly regulated environments
• Defect & root cause analysis experience
• Understanding of mold tooling components and ability to read basic mechanical drawings
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Previous manufacturing floor internship experience a plus!

Requirements

• Ability to work 40 hours/week (in person) during the Spring 2027 co-op assignment
• Currently enrolled in accredited university
• 3.0 GPA min