Engineering Co-Op

Emerson Professional Tools is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op for Fall school semester to work at our Ash Flat manufacturing facility. We are accepting applications from candidates who can contribute 30-40 hours per week and who are starting a career in Engineering. The ideal candidate will be entering their junior year of school and be open to working two terms. This position will actively participate in projects related to manufacturing process control and process improvement.
 

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Provide support for key company initiatives, such as lean implementation, downtime elimination, and overall equipment efficiency (OEE). Work with subject matter experts to measure current process performance, analyze results, develop improvement ideas, and run experiments or trials to improve results.  May be involved with new process implementation, involving developing procedures, completing problem analysis, job safety analysis, etc.  Work with engineering and shop floor team to identify and design fixtures to improve manufacturability.  Interface with Engineers to introduce new products to the plant and help solve problems inherent with production and improve manufacturing efficiency.  Examine documents such as blueprints, drawings, change orders and specifications to verify completeness and accuracy of data.  Prepare and submit Engineering Work Orders (EWO).  Prepare reports and memorandums as requested.  May deal with vendors or others outside of the organization. May be involved with the evaluation of capital investments and assist in preparation of cost justifications. Who You Are: You seek out experts and innovators to learn about the impact emerging technologies might have on your business. You use more problem-solving tools. You define issues and can map out a process. You stay aligned with your goals and stay productive. You are open to change and continue to learn and experience new make new connections and build relationships in other areas and teams.
For This Role, You Will Need: Enrollment in an accredited Bachelor's degree program in Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering. Completion of at least 3 semesters of course work. Legal Authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided.
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart: GPA 3.0 or higher  Excellent communication skills (oral & written)  Ability to work independently, learn new tasks/handle multiple tasks, solve problems, meet deadlines, and show strong self-motivation and initiative.  Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  Our Offer To You: Competitive compensation, flexible dress code policy, and paid holidays Housing stipends for eligible students and a list of nearby housing options for relocation Opportunities for networking and professional development

Company Overview:

Tradespeople around the world rely on Emerson Professional Tool brands RIDGID and Greenlee to get their jobs done. As signature brands in the Emerson Professional Tools portfolio, RIDGID products are sought-after by plumbing and construction professionals, who rely not only on our tools – but also the outstanding service and support our people provide. Greenlee is a recognized leading manufacturer of high-quality electrical and utility tools that improve safety, ergonomics, and ease of use in the field. As a member of the Professional Tools team, you will help these brands maintain and grow their leadership position in the market, and assure we continue to deliver best-in-class products and technologies that are designed to withstand tough conditions, deliver on innovation and last for generations. Join us and let’s grow together 

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