Continuous Improvement Co-Op

Hunter Engineering Company; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Engineering Company in Raymond, MS invites applications for a Continuous Improvement Co-Op. You will work on Kanban improvements, Kaizen Events, and Value Stream Mapping to drive production efficiency on an onsite schedule of 40 hours per week.

Start date: early January 2027; End date: end of May 2027. Candidates should have a 2.5 GPA, majors in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, or Mechanical Engineering, and working knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• GPA minimum of 2.5 (see resume)
• Majors listed: Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, or Mechanical Engineering
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Hands-on experience using tools is preferred

Responsibilities

• Improve Kanban System to achieve more consistent production rates.
• Participate in multiple Kaizen events to reduce inefficiencies and boost morale.
• Lead 6S organizational events to help organize work areas.
• Participate in Value Stream Mapping events to identify future improvement opportunities.

Skills

Kaizen events

6S

Value stream mapping

Education

Industrial Engineering

Industrial Technology

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, stability, and people? Join our dedicated team as a Continuous Improvement Co-Op in Raymond, MS!

Since 1946, Hunter Engineering has been aligning cutting-edge technology with a strong commitment to quality. As a family-owned, American-made company, Hunter is the global leader in automotive service equipment, with our products used in over 130 countries by top vehicle manufacturers, tire companies, and service centers.

We’re proud to be recognized as a Best Places to Work finalist by the St. Louis Business Journal for four consecutive years (2022 – 2025) – a testament to our commitment to our people. Here, employees are supported, challenged, and take pride in their work. We offer exceptional benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth.

If you’re ready to join a team that’s shaping the future of automotive service, read on.

As a Continuous Improvement Co-Op, you will work on teams to improve Kanban System to achieve more consistent production rates.

The Continuous Improvement Co-Op offers a set onsite schedule of 40 hours per week.

Start Date: early January 2027

End Date: end of May 2027

What You’ll Do:

• Work on teams to improve Kanban System to achieve more consistent production rates.
• Participate in multiple Kaizen Events to reduce inefficiencies and improve employee morale.
• Lead 6S organizational events help employees better organize their work areas.
• Participate in Value Stream Mapping Events to identify opportunities to drive future improvements.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2.5 GPA (must be on resume)
• Major study in:
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Industrial Technology
  • Mechanical Engineering
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Hands-on experience using tools preferred

What We Offer:

• Real-world experience
• Off-campus team bonding/appreciation event

Join us in our mission to Align People and Innovation to Drive Excellence!

• Make Lives Better Together
• Take Pride in the Extraordinary
• Define the Standard

Hunter Engineering does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if you will need immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT) now or in the future.