FA- Production CO-OP

Emery-Oleochemicals-LL; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Emery-Oleochemicals-LL in Cincinnati, Ohio, seeks a Production CO-OP to support engineering and operations. The role emphasizes hands-on process improvement, data analysis, and SOP/documentation updates on a real manufacturing floor.

As a current student pursuing a Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, you will work with cross-functional teams, learn Lean, 5S, and safety practices while contributing to daily production needs and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
• Strong interest in hands-on manufacturing and process improvement.
• Ability to analyze data and communicate findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with evaluating and improving production processes for efficiency, safety, and product quality.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to identify trends or process opportunities.
• Support troubleshooting efforts on equipment and process issues.
• Update and create SOPs, work instructions, and training documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities including Lean, 5S, and waste reduction projects.
• Assist with equipment testing, maintenance coordination, and process trials.
• Collaborate with operators, maintenance technicians, and engineering staff on daily production needs.
• Support safety programs and ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform general project tasks such as data entry, research, measurements, and equipment checks.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel

Communication

Team collaboration

Hands-on engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD

SPC

Six Sigma

Process control systems

Job description

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FA- Production CO-OP

Salary Range: $22.47 To $26.94 Hourly

The Production/Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op will support the engineering and operations teams by assisting with process improvement, production troubleshooting, equipment evaluations, data analysis, and documentation. This hands-on role provides exposure to real manufacturing environments and is designed to support academic and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with evaluating and improving production processes for efficiency, safety, and product quality
• Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to identify trends or process opportunities
• Support troubleshooting efforts on equipment and process issues
• Update and create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and training documentation
• Participate in continuous improvement activities including Lean, 5S, and waste reduction projects
• Assist with equipment testing, maintenance coordination, and process trials
• Collaborate with operators, maintenance technicians, and engineering staff on daily production needs
• Support safety programs and ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements
• Perform general project tasks such as data entry, research, measurements, and equipment checks

Qualifications

• Current student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related discipline)
• Strong interest in hands-on manufacturing and process improvement
• Ability to analyze data and communicate findings clearly
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic engineering tools
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and collaborate in a team environment
• Good communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills

• Prior internship, lab, or manufacturing experience
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, CAD, or process control systems
• Mechanical aptitude or hands-on troubleshooting experience

• On-site in a manufacturing facility
• Requires wearing PPE and spending time on the production floor
• May require occasional lifting, walking, or standing during projects