Engineering Co-op - Spring/Summer 2027

Lyons Salt Company; Lyons (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyons Salt Company is seeking an Engineering Co-Op or Intern to assist in operating our underground mine and surface production facility. You will apply engineering knowledge to real industrial challenges and gain practical experience in a team environment.

The role emphasizes data collection, daily reporting, and supporting maintenance and efficiency projects. Candidates should be enrolled in an accredited engineering program and demonstrate strong communication and independent work skills.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited Engineering program relevant to Lyons Salt operations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications; CAD skills a plus.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collect and report daily data from operations.
• Participate in regular operations meetings and assist projects.
• Assist plant operations with daily operation tasks.
• Perform time-studies or efficiency-related research and make recommendations.
• Analyze operational data for improvement opportunities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

CAD/Computer drafting

Education

Engineering student

Tools

CAD software

Job description

For over three decades, Lyons Salt has provided superior deicing and agricultural salts from our mine in Lyons, KS. Our thriving business stems from commitment to our customers and a respect for every product request to help them better serve their clients. As a member of the team at Lyons Salt, you are contributing to personalized, responsive service day or night. Lyons Salt is proud to operate under one umbrella with other iconic salt companies including Morton Salt, Windsor Salt, and more.

Lyons Salt is looking for an Engineering Co-Op or Intern to help in the operation of our underground mine and surface production facility. This is a good opportunity for a future engineer to apply the gained knowledge from engineering classes to industrial problems, and gain industrial experience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collect and report daily data from operations
• Participate in regular operations meetings to gain experience in day-to-day management needs
• Assist plant operations in executing specific daily operation projects
• Practical operations experience, including: operating equipment, performing labor tasks, and performing maintenance
• Conduct time-studies or other efficiency related research and make recommendations for improvement
• Analyzing operational data and processes for improvement opportunities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated previous work experience, preferred to be in a production or maintenance related industry
• Must be enrolled in an accredited Engineering program relevant to Morton operations
• Ability to work independently in managing the tasks assigned to him/her
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications. Computer drafting skills a plus.

At Lyons Salt, we work best when we work as a team, when we treat one another with dignity and respect, and value the unique contributions of others. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, national origin, sex, religion, color, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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