Co-Op Student - Fort Mill Plant - Fall 2027

Schaeffler; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary housing

Job summary

Schaeffler Group USA Inc. offers co-op opportunities in the Fort Mill, SC area, focusing on manufacturing processes and product development. The role emphasizes parameter definition, design support, and quality adherence within a global technology company environment.

Applicants should be high school graduates pursuing a degree, with a 2.5 GPA or higher and eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Preferred skills include Microsoft Office proficiency and strong communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be pursuing an academic degree.
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Define and document process parameters.
• Support design efforts for product development.
• Quantify and lead actions for scrap reduction.
• Improve effectiveness and efficiency of machinery in high volume areas.
• Learn, understand, and adhere to Quality Policy and Procedures to achieve quality objectives.
• Gain insights into Schaeffler's manufacturing, design and technological processes.

Skills

Excellent communication

Self-motivation

Prioritization

Assertive problem solving

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing an academic degree

GPA 2.5+

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Defineand documentprocess parameters
• Support design efforts for product development
• Quantify and lead actions needed for scrap reduction
• Improve effectiveness and efficiency of key machinery in high volume work areas
• Learn, understand, and adhere to the current specifications of the Quality Policy and Procedures and contribute to the achievement of quality objectives
• Get insights into Schaeffler's manufacturing, design and technological processes

Required

Your Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be pursuing an academic degree
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship

Preferred

• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication ability (written & verbal)
• Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results
• Assertive approach to solving problems
• Ability to prioritize according to given tasks

Our Offering

• Developmental opportunities through tasks such as projects, job-rotation, hands‑on training, and exposure to various processes
• Co‑ops who are earlier in their academic journey and complete a successful rotation may be invited back during other semesters or summers to work with us again
• Regular employee appreciation and company events
• Co‑op students can be provided with temporary housing based on availability for the duration of their assignments including utilities for a modest fee
• Hourly rate is dependent on academic standing

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.

Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Your contact

Schaeffler Group USA Inc.

Schaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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