Industrial Engineering Co-op: Process Improvement

ITW; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

ITW Performance Polymers at Danvers, MA is seeking an Engineering Co-Op Intern to support the Industrial Engineering team with designing, implementing, and reviewing manufacturing procedures and equipment. The role includes leading a capstone initiative to identify process improvements and present insights to senior leadership.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Production, Quality, and R&D teams, receive mentorship from experienced engineers, and gain hands-on experience in process

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering or higher.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; desire to work in a hands-on environment.
• Solid troubleshooting skills and the ability to assess the feasibility of engineering designs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Collect, record, and analyze production data to make recommendations on process setpoint changes.
• Optimize batch manufacturing by implementing changes to equipment and material addition targets and tolerances.
• Develop and document Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for both existing and newly implemented manufacturing processes, with a strong emphasis on safety.
• Lead Management of Change reviews to implement changes within departments including production, logistics, and maintenance.
• Support equipment modifications and upgrades to improve performance and reliability.
• Assist in implementation of capital projects by developing RFQs, scoping projects and participating in safety reviews and equipment commissioning.
• Performs various other duties as necessary.
• Responsibilities assigned for this position will require up to 50% of the workday spent on the production floor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Tech writing

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering or higher

Job description

ITW Performance Polymers at Danvers, MA is seeking an Engineering Co-Op Intern to support the Industrial Engineering team with designing, implementing, and reviewing manufacturing procedures and equipment. The role includes leading a capstone initiative to identify process improvements and present insights to senior leadership.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Production, Quality, and R&D teams, receive mentorship from experienced engineers, and gain hands-on experience in process