Engineering Operations Co-op Spring 2022

Job Description

The individual will work under the direction of the Technical Manager to take a creative, systems approach to investigate new process improvements to improve processes throughout our network.  In addition, the co-op will work with Operations Leadership to improve the overall efficiency of our processes.  The co-op student will work closely with Operations and Technical Leadership, independently, and in conjunction with other engineers, engineering managers, and production/maintenance personnel in analyzing and developing solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct trials, validate and qualify new process improvement projects
• Manage individual projects to determine overall impact of supply and cost position of proposed changes
• Coordinate trials with safety, operations, engineering, logistics, quality and scheduling to ensure transparency in validation
• Create standard work instructions for solutions to be rolled out throughout entire process to possibly include multiple locations
• Follow up and audit the implemented solutions to ensure compliance
• Potential areas of focus include: LEAN manufacturing, quality control, production and inventory control, ergonomics, machine design, control systems work, standardized work, and many other disciplines related to industry.

Qualifications

Education: Working towards a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Polymer/Material Science Engineering or Supply Chain Management from an accredited college or university

Required Skills/Training:

• Demonstrate flexibility within a high-performance work environment and matrix managed organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills
• Ability to work with and evaluate varied manufacturing processes and materials
• Utilize statistical techniques and tools to solve problems
• Must demonstrate the ability to work independently and focus on critical project parameters that determine success or failure
• Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Solidworks preferred
• Ability to travel as needed between locations

Safety Requirements:

• Work around rotating equipment, hot polymers, and high noise environments
• Required to wear safety shoes as well as standard PPE
• Exposed to various chemicals throughout the site
• Comply with all established facility safety rules and policies
• Attend and participate in monthly safety meetings
• Report unsafe conditions or injuries immediately