Cavendish Farms · 2 hours ago
Maintenance Engineering Student Co-op - Summer 2026
Macon, GA, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New GradCavendish Farms is a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products and is seeking a Maintenance Engineering Student Co-op for Summer 2026. The role involves working with maintenance technicians and engineers to develop solutions to chronic issues, utilizing software tools for efficiency, and participating in process improvements through various analytical methods.
E-CommerceFarmingSnack Food
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work with maintenance technicians, maintenance leaders, and engineers to develop solutions to chronic issues
Use software tools to make the maintenance department operate more efficiently
Participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis events
Perform data mining, six sigma exercises, and lean methods to drive process improvements
Own assigned projects from start to finish
Help create inventory list for all maintenance tools, label, and organize all cabinets
Support industrial cybersecurity efforts
Design and build maintenance and/or process dashboards
Help maintain maintenance and data systems and databases
Learn the DMSI system and move PMs from JDE to DMSI for daily routes
Help organize and upload PMs already in the system
Validating and Redlining Drawings and Documents
CAD Drawing Updates
Spare parts lists updated and in one location
Help develop missing procedures and update existing procedures
Support Material Standardization Project:
Identify and cross reference manufacturer’s part numbers vs OEM
Update drawings and distribute as needed
Qualification
Required
High school degree or equivalent; must be enrolled in an accredited university/college program to receive credit
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Must be 18 years of age
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-directed and able to work without supervision
Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
Benefits
Co-op fee reimbursement up to $1000, if eligible
Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
Signing incentives for full-time roles for graduating students who have completed a work term within J.D. Irving (if applicable)
Relocation costs (if applicable)
Company
Cavendish Farms
Cavendish Farms is a brand that deals with farming, food services and its online supply.
Founded in 1980
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.03MKey Investors
Environment and Climate Change Canada
2025-07-02Grant· $1.03M
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