Industrial Engineering Co-Op - Fall 2026

Flex; Orangeburg (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking an Industrial Engineering Co‑Op for Fall 2026 to support continuous improvement in fulfillment and server assembly/testing operations at the Orangeburg, SC site.

The role offers hands-on experience in process optimization, data analysis, and lean manufacturing within a high‑tech environment, reporting to the Sr. Engineering and Business Excellence Manager.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student pursuing Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement principles.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in hardware assembly and testing processes.
• Knowledge of process mapping and value stream analysis.
• Basic understanding of server hardware components.
• Experience with simulation tools (Arena, FlexSim) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing and improving fulfillment workflows, including material flow, packaging, and shipping processes.
• Support assembly and testing operations for servers, focusing on cycle time reduction and quality improvement.
• Collect and analyze production data (HPU, throughput, takt time) to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions.
• Participate in layout design and optimization for assembly and test stations.
• Develop standard work instructions and contribute to process documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Production, Logistics) to implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support time studies, ergonomic assessments, and capacity planning.
• Assist in KPI tracking and reporting for operational performance.
• All processes take place within a warehouse, managing the delivery chain and customizing the product until it reaches the final customer.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Continuous improvement

Education

Industrial Engineering (undergraduate)

Enrolled in a 4-year university

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Arena

FlexSim

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market‑leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment.

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an Industrial Engineering Co‑Op (Fall 2026) located in our Orangeburg, SC site.

Reporting to the Sr. Engineering and Business Excellence Manager, the student will support continuous improvement initiatives in our fulfillment and server assembly/testing operations in warehouse. This role offers hands‑on experience in process optimization, data analysis, and lean manufacturing principles within a high‑tech environment.

What a typical day looks like:

• Assist in analyzing and improving fulfillment workflows, including material flow, packaging, and shipping processes.
• Support assembly and testing operations for servers, focusing on cycle time reduction and quality improvement.
• Collect and analyze production data (HPU, throughput, takt time) to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions.
• Participate in layout design and optimization for assembly and test stations.
• Develop standard work instructions and contribute to process documentation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Quality, Production, Logistics) to implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support time studies, ergonomic assessments, and capacity planning.
• Assist in KPI tracking and reporting for operational performance.
• All processes take place within a warehouse, managing the delivery chain and customizing the product until it reaches the final customer.

Student qualities we’re seeking for this Co‑Op assignment:

• Junior/Senior (undergrad student), currently pursuing Industrial Engineering degree, or related major.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement principles.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in hardware assembly and testing processes.
• Knowledge of process mapping and value stream analysis.
• Basic understanding of server hardware components.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., Arena, FlexSim) is a plus.

Fall Co‑Op Program Requirements:

• Available to work 40 hours/week (in‑person) for Fall semester
• Currently enrolled in 4‑year accredited university
• 3.0 minimum GPA

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).