Engineering Co-Op: Lean & Process Improvement

Zvh; Aibonito (PR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off 20–35 days

Job summary

Baxter is seeking an Engineering/Operational Excellence Co‑Op to support lean initiatives and optimize processes. You will work with cross-functional teams to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and apply continuous improvement methods.

You will collect data, map processes, and help document SOPs while ensuring safety and quality standards. This paid co‑op develops leadership and practical GMP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering.
• Be in your second or third year of study.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above required.

Responsibilities

• Support identification, analysis, and improvement of operational processes.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects using Lean methodologies (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
• Collect and analyze data to identify efficiency opportunities.
• Assist in process documentation (SOPs, workflows, process maps).
• Collaborate on cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives.
• Track and report operational KPIs (OEE, yield, scrap).
• Support preparation of reports and presentations on results.
• Participate in Kaizen events and improvement workshops.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree student in industrial or mechanical engineering

Second or third year

GPA 3.0+

Job description

Baxter is seeking an Engineering/Operational Excellence Co‑Op to support lean initiatives and optimize processes. You will work with cross-functional teams to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and apply continuous improvement methods.

You will collect data, map processes, and help document SOPs while ensuring safety and quality standards. This paid co‑op develops leadership and practical GMP knowledge.