Co-Op Student - Fort Mill Plant - Summer 2027

Schaeffler; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG in Fort Mill, SC invites a motivated Co-op student for Summer 2027 to work on a defined project charter within our Fort Mill Plant. You will deliver key results during your assignment and gain firsthand exposure to manufacturing, design and quality processes.

The role requires a high school diploma, current progression toward a degree, and a 2.5+ GPA. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be pursuing an academic degree and maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Define and document process parameters.
• Quantify and lead actions to reduce scrap.
• Improve effectiveness and efficiency of key machinery in high-volume areas.
• Learn, adhere to Quality Policy and Procedures to help meet quality objectives.
• Gain insights into Schaeffler's manufacturing, design and technological processes.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Problem solving

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Currently pursuing an academic degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Co-Op Student - Fort Mill Plant - Summer 2027

Location: Fort Mill, SC, US, 29715

Job Requisition ID: 46483

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

The successful co-op student will be provided with a project charter and description during their onboarding process. The co-op will provide key deliverables in their assigned area at the end of their co-op assignment.

Project examples can include but are not limited to:

• Defineand documentprocess parameters
• 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

Your Qualifications

Required

• 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
• 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.

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.

Keywords:Administration, Services & Support;