Industrial Engineering Co-Op

Location: West Chester, OH

Job :2256

# of Openings:1

Spring 2027 Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op

West Chester, OH

Monday - Friday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

The Industrial Engineering Co-Op position is a temporary, hands-on learning opportunity for a student enrolled in an engineering or cooperative education program. This role provides exposure to real-world industrial engineering principles, allowing students to apply classroom knowledge to practical challenges in a manufacturing and operational environment.

The Industrial Engineering Co-Op will work closely with experienced engineering, manufacturing, and operations professionals to analyze processes, identify improvement opportunities, and support initiatives focused on productivity, quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

This position provides valuable experience in Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, data analysis, and process optimization while contributing to meaningful projects that support organizational goals.

• Analyze manufacturing and operational processes to identify opportunities for improved productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Conduct time studies, workflow observations, and process evaluations to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities to eliminate waste.
• Assist in developing and maintaining labor standards, standard work procedures, process documentation, and performance metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, and waste reduction.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to identify trends, measure performance, and recommend process improvements.
• Assist with facility layout, material flow, and workstation optimization to improve operational efficiency and ergonomics.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and operations teams to support process improvement projects.
• Develop reports, spreadsheets, and visual presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and project results.
• Participate in improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Support implementation and evaluation of process improvements to ensure sustainable results.

• General interest in industrial engineering, manufacturing operations, continuous improvement, and Lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and identify improvement opportunities.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills with the ability to interact with teammates at all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize assignments and manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, workflow analysis, and process improvement methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing or operational environment.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems, technologies, and processes.
• Familiarity with CAD software, data visualization tools, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is preferred.

• Currently enrolled and working toward a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering or technical field of study.
• Previous internship, co-op, or manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.

This position involves a combination of office-based work and hands-on activities within a manufacturing or operational environment. Responsibilities may require extended periods of…