Billerud · 5 hours ago
Industrial Engineer Co-Op (Escanaba, MI)
Billerud is a global company committed to sustainability, focusing on innovative packaging solutions. The Industrial Engineering Co-Op will support manufacturing and supply chain operations by analyzing processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and assisting with efficiency and cost-reduction initiatives.
ForestryPackaging ServicesPaper ManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Analyze and optimize production layouts, material flow, and operational processes to improve efficiency and reduce waste
Support the development and implementation of process improvements, standard work, and technology enhancements
Assist in developing and maintaining management information, planning, and control systems
Evaluate production schedules, work specifications, and customer orders to support productivity and service goals
Evaluate current rewinder equipment capacity, working with a team of operators and production supervision to identify options to increase throughput and implement improvements
Use analytical tools to develop metrics, measure process performance, and assess cost/benefit impacts of improvement initiatives
Participate in quality improvement efforts, including root cause analysis, corrective actions, and reliability improvements
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to prepare material lists, equipment requirements, cost analyses, and production cost estimates
Contribute to continuous improvement and Lean initiatives, including participation on Kaizen or process improvement teams
Support the development of training materials and standard operating procedures, and assist with on the job training as needed
Train employees on new or improved processes, contributing to change adoption and sustainability
Evaluate and validate the accuracy and capability of production and testing equipment
Study and improve organizational structures, workflow sequencing, and material handling systems
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related engineering field
Minimum 2.75 GPA
Must have completed three semesters of college education prior to Co-op start date
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Effective communication and teamwork abilities
Must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States for other than practical training (Student work VISA does not qualify)
Must be available to work May-December
Preferred
Working knowledge of Excel or other data analysis tools preferred
Desire to learn, take initiative, and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
Company
Billerud
We are a world leading company in high performance paper and packaging materials; passionately committed to sustainability, quality and customer value.
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