Vesuvius North America ยท 2 months ago
Lean Manufacturing Engineering Co-op
Illinois, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New GradVesuvius North America is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Co-op to provide a learning experience in a manufacturing setting. The role involves hands-on involvement on the shop floor, attendance at team meetings, and support of continuous improvement projects related to manufacturing goals.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Support activities pertaining to Vesuvius CG manufacturing goals
Prepare for hands-on involvement on the shop floor
Attend team meetings
Support continuous improvement projects
Qualification
Required
Accomplished graduate program in a production / quality / manufacturing engineering
Previous experience as an intern a plus
Candidate must be able to commit to full-time co-op schedule (5 days per week, typically 8 hours per day)
Flexibility to occasionally adjust hours for plant visits, training, or project deadlines may be required
Data Analysis & Metrics - ability to collect, organize, and analyze production data. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and charts
Documentation Skills - ability to help write/update SOPs, work instructions, visual management boards
Basic Lean Manufacturing Knowledge - or willingness to learn concepts like 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work
Problem-Solving Tools - knowledge or willingness to learn methods like 5-Why, Fishbone diagrams, PDCA
Software Literacy - Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); sometimes exposure to ERP/WMS/MRP systems
Communication Skills - able to clearly explain observations and ideas to team members and supervisors
Teamwork & Collaboration - work effectively with operators, engineers, and management on improvement projects
Attention to Detail - notice process inefficiencies, errors, or deviations from standards
Adaptability & Learning Agility - willing to learn on the shop floor, adapt to different tasks or teams
Time Management & Organization - handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and track follow-ups
Initiative & Proactivity - willing to suggest improvements, participate in Kaizen events, and take ownership of assigned tasks
Preferred
Familiarity with basic manufacturing equipment and processes
Understanding of OSHA or safety standards
Experience with continuous improvement projects in school or internships
Company
Vesuvius North America
Leading the world of molten metal flow engineering and technology, serving process industries operating in challenging high-temperature conditions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Julia W.
HR Business Partner
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