Lean Manufacturing Co-Op — Spring 2027 (West Chester)

TREW LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TREW LLC in West Chester, OH is seeking a Spring 2027 Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op. This hands-on, temporary position partners with engineering, manufacturing and operations professionals to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges on the factory floor.

You will study processes, perform time studies, support standard work and labor standards, and contribute to Lean initiatives and continuous improvement projects while learning to communicate findings through reports and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program related to Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Prior internship, co-op, or manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing and operational processes to identify opportunities for improved productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost reduction.
• Conduct time studies, workflow observations, and process evaluations to identify bottlenecks and opportunities to eliminate waste.
• Assist in developing and maintaining labor standards, standard work procedures, process documentation, and performance metrics.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean manufacturing principles, including 5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping, and waste reduction.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to identify trends, measure performance, and recommend process improvements.
• Assist with facility layout, material flow, and workstation optimization to improve operational efficiency and ergonomics.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and operations teams to support process improvement projects.
• Develop reports, spreadsheets, and visual presentations to communicate findings, recommendations, and project results.
• Participate in improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Support implementation and evaluation of process improvements to ensure sustainable results.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Manufacturing operations

Lean manufacturing

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Excel

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Data visualization tools

ERP systems

Job description

TREW LLC in West Chester, OH is seeking a Spring 2027 Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op. This hands-on, temporary position partners with engineering, manufacturing and operations professionals to apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges on the factory floor.

You will study processes, perform time studies, support standard work and labor standards, and contribute to Lean initiatives and continuous improvement projects while learning to communicate findings through reports and