Industrial Engineering Co-op: Lean & Process Improvement

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Graniteville (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Graniteville, SC is seeking an Industrial Engineering Co-op to support continuous improvement initiatives, analyze processes, collect data, and assist with projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

You will perform time studies, process mapping, and workflow analysis, collect and interpret operational data, and help identify improvements while developing standard work instructions and documentation for

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Excel; experience with data analysis tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with time studies, process mapping, and workflow analysis.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data.
• Support continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Help identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Create and maintain standard work instructions and process documentation.
• Assist in capacity planning, labor analysis, and production studies.
• Support project teams with root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and recommendations for management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excel

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Graniteville, SC is seeking an Industrial Engineering Co-op to support continuous improvement initiatives, analyze processes, collect data, and assist with projects that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency in a manufacturing environment.

You will perform time studies, process mapping, and workflow analysis, collect and interpret operational data, and help identify improvements while developing standard work instructions and documentation for