Industrial Engineering Co-Op: Lean & Process Improvement

Aprilaire; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aprilaire is offering a six-month co-op in Madison, WI for students pursuing engineering degrees. The role focuses on Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma projects, data collection, time studies, and cross-functional collaboration to improve OEE, scrap rates, and process controls.

Onsite work requirement supports hands-on learning and real-world problem solving within a manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates are pursuing a relevant bachelor’s degree, have strong analytical and communication

Qualifications

• Authorization to work in United States required.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Minitab, Time Studies, or ERP systems.
• Experience with data analysis and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with process analysis and improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collect, organize, and analyze production, quality, and operational data.
• Perform time studies, workflow analysis, and labor utilization assessments.
• Support development and maintenance of standard work instructions and process documentation.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and optimize resource utilization.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities.
• Create reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate project results and KPIs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Minitab

ERP systems

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Aprilaire is offering a six-month co-op in Madison, WI for students pursuing engineering degrees. The role focuses on Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma projects, data collection, time studies, and cross-functional collaboration to improve OEE, scrap rates, and process controls.

Onsite work requirement supports hands-on learning and real-world problem solving within a manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates are pursuing a relevant bachelor’s degree, have strong analytical and communication