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IKO North America · 15 hours ago

Process Engineer Co-Op - Summer 2026

IKO North America is a worldwide supplier of roofing membranes and ancillary products, and they are seeking a Chemical Process Engineer Co-Op for Summer 2026. This role involves hands-on engineering projects, safety and production improvements, and compliance with corporate standards in a manufacturing environment.

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Responsibilities

Perform engineering projects utilizing sound design principles
Works with operations team to identify and implement safety and production CI initiatives
Create work instructions and perform job hazard analyses for areas on the production floor
Participate in safety improvements for all equipment and continuous quality improvements for processes
Creates layouts and process diagrams to support standardization and CI
Identify hazards by analyzing jobs and their associated tasks
Assist in ensuring the site complies with corporate process standards. This includes preparation for the annual corporate process audit and follow-up on all issues raised during the audit
Identifies potential areas of product improvement; recommends and assists with the development of appropriate solutions
Working in an office environment with limited exposure to the production floor where various rubber, adhesives, grease, oils, carbon black, steam and industrial manufacturing machines are used
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Chemical EngineeringMicrosoft OfficeERP softwareVerbal communicationWritten communicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsProblem solvingTeamworkAttention to detail

Required

Must be local to Ohio State
Sophomore, Junior, Senior, specializing in Chemical Engineering program
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to analyze and solve problems
Take initiative to identify and resolve problems
Capable of learning ERP software and other ancillary software
General computer knowledge
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), safety and values focused
Leading by example with safety and safe work habits
Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping
Good hand dexterity
Comprehend information and ideas presented verbally or in writing
Use effective time management to ensure that tasks and projects are completed within agreed time limits
Produce a tangible, positive impact
Work effectively as part of a team or as an individual
Achieve consistently high results
Demonstrate high standards of professional conduct
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Benefits

Health care
A progressive and challenging workplace
A commitment to teamwork and integrity

Company

IKO North America

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IKO Roofing is a worldwide leader in the roofing, waterproofing, and insulation industry for residential and commercial markets.

H1B Sponsorship

IKO North America has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1)
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Darren Rafter
Director of Sustainability
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