Aerospace Manufacturing Operations Co-Op (Lean & Data)

Precision Castparts; New London (CT); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Groton, CT is seeking an Operations Co-Op for 3-6+ months to gain hands-on experience in aerospace manufacturing operations, production support, continuous improvement, and plant initiatives.

You will collect and analyze production data, support planning and cross-functional projects, document procedures, and work with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams on lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled as a student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Management, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is expected.

Responsibilities

• Collect, compile, and analyze operational and production data including throughput, downtime, labor utilization, scrap, schedule adherence, and workflow efficiency.
• Support plant operations initiatives including continuous improvement projects, production tracking, and operational reporting.
• Observe and document manufacturing and operational processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with development and maintenance of operational procedures, standardized work instructions, and process documentation.
• Support production planning, workflow coordination, and plant performance initiatives.
• Participate in root cause analysis activities related to production inefficiencies, delays, or operational challenges.
• Assist with implementation and tracking of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams on cross-functional projects.
• Support plant manager and operations leadership with special projects and operational priorities.
• Prepare spreadsheets, charts, graphs, presentations, and reports to support operational analysis and decision-making.
• Participate in departmental meetings and operational reviews.
• Take ownership and responsibility for assigned operational projects and tasks.
• Work within specifications provided to meet project goals and objectives in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate on project teams for assigned projects; analyze operational improvements and process enhancements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Operations Management / Supply Chain

Business Management

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Precision Castparts in Groton, CT is seeking an Operations Co-Op for 3-6+ months to gain hands-on experience in aerospace manufacturing operations, production support, continuous improvement, and plant initiatives.

You will collect and analyze production data, support planning and cross-functional projects, document procedures, and work with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams on lean initiatives.