Continuous Improvement Engineering Co-op

SPX FLOW, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

SPXFlow is seeking a college co-op student to join our Mixing Industry Continuous Improvement Team. The student will help improve manufacturing processes focusing on error reduction, waste minimization, and better material flow.

Tools used include SAP, A3 Problem Solving, Lean methodologies, MS Office, and AutoCAD. The co-op is expected to complete 1-2 A3 projects and several smaller focus improvements, gaining hands-on experience in process analysis and equipment layout within a manufacturing

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Experience with design and tooling for manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Strong problem solving and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing production processes, identify work elements, time them and optimize balance.
• Develop tooling, fixtures, and simple equipment for products and processes.
• Apply Lean manufacturing techniques to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Design and implement capital equipment projects and cost justifications.
• Create work instructions, procedures and standard work documents.

Education

BS degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

AutoCAD

MS Office

Pro-E/Creo

MasterCam

Job description

Job Summary

SPXFlow is looking for a college co-op student to join our Mixing Industry Continuous Improvement Team. The student will be responsible for helping with improvements to the manufacturing processes as they relate to error and waste reduction and material flow improvements. Tools that will be use will include SAP, A3 Problem Solving, Lean methodologies, MS Office Products, and AutoCAD.

Job Summary

SPXFlow is looking for a college co-op student to join our Mixing Industry Continuous Improvement Team. The student will be responsible for helping with improvements to the manufacturing processes as they relate to error and waste reduction and material flow improvements. Tools that will be use will include SAP, A3 Problem Solving, Lean methodologies, MS Office Products, and AutoCAD.

The Co-Op can expect to complete 1-2 A3 Projects and several smaller focus improvements.

Pay: $25.00HR

Co-op term: Fall 2026

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Able to analyze existing production processes, identify work elements, time them & optimize balance. Area of focus to include assembly line flow, workstations design, ergonomics & material flows.
• Develop & design tooling, fixtures & simple equipment for new and existing products and processes.
• Develops innovative solutions to complex engineering and manufacturing production problems through identification and implementation of manufacturing process including conducting process analysis, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials, and soliciting observations from the operators/production technicians.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Refines and enhances processes by applying continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing techniques to areas of production.
• Facilitates and supports visual management in a production environment.
• Evaluates capital equipment investments and prepare cost justifications. Designs and prepares concept drawings of new equipment or modifications to existing equipment. Writes equipment specifications for work with outside vendors. Manages the overall implementation of capital equipment projects.
• Identifies and implements solutions for issues relating to safety, quality, productivity, cost & delivery
• Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods, testing finished product and process capabilities, and establishing standards to confirm and validate manufacturing process requirements. Determines root cause of failure using statistical methods (e.g., design of experiment, SPC) that may result in changes in design, tolerances, or processing methods.
• Prepares documentation for new and existing processes and engineering procedures. Develops manufacturing work instructions, procedures, and standard work using through the use of engineering methods.
• Assists leadership team and others in performing work load analysis and resources optimization.
• Assures product and process quality by designing error proof mechanisms; establishing standards; and validating manufacturing processes.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Education And Experience

• Working towards BS degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field of engineering is preferred.
• Experience with Pro-E / Creo, AutoCad, and / or MasterCam is preferred
• Writing specification for complex equipment & working w/ vendors
• Ability to write work instructions & related documentation
• DFM preferred
• A basic working knowledge of controls
• A positive attitude & hands-on mentality

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for long periods of time and operate machinery and/or lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to kneel, bend, stoop, walk or work in high precarious places. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and ability to adjust focus. PPE is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and equipment of various sizes. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SPX FLOW is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by law.

SPX FLOW VALUES

SPX Flow employees are expected to behave in accordance with our company values as outlined below.

QUALITY

Quality encompasses all aspects of SPX’s business, and every employee shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All employees have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and through designed channels, initiate and recommend solutions.