Manufacturing Operations Co-Op 2026

Nexteer Automotive; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Nexteer Automotive is seeking a Co-op Student to support the Operations Department. The role involves clerical and administrative tasks to assist Production Supervisors in achieving quality, cost, delivery, safety, and morale goals.

Responsibilities include data collection, attendance tracking, training documentation, and preparing reports using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. The position requires active enrollment in a local college near Saginaw and availability for varied fall/winter hours, with

Qualifications

• Candidate must be a full-time student enrolled in 12 or more credits.
• Must be attending a local 2-year college or 4-year university near Saginaw.
• Pursuing degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Human Resources.
• Able to work 20–32 hours during Fall and Winter semesters; up to 40 in the summer.

Responsibilities

• Assist Production Supervisors with monitoring and organizing daily production data.
• Support time and attendance records in UKG or other systems.
• Help create training plans, matrices, and records.
• Prepare basic reports and spreadsheets on production performance.
• Organize documentation for internal procedures and union agreement.

Skills

Manufacturing interest

Office software

Organization skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Education

Pursuing degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Human Resources

GPA 3.0 (4.0 scale)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description:

The Co-op Student assigned to the Operations Department provides clerical, administrative, and project support to the Production Supervisor team. This role assists with organizing production information, maintaining records, and completing day-to-day tasks that help supervisors focus on achieving established goals for quality, cost, delivery, safety, and morale.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Assist Production Supervisors with monitoring, recording, and organizing daily production data such as production output, scrap, first runs, and overtime hours
• Support the maintenance of time and attendance records within UKG or other internal systems
• Help create and update cross‑training plans, training matrices, and employee training records
• Prepare basic reports and spreadsheets for supervisors related to production performance and departmental metrics
• Organize and file documentation required for compliance with internal procedures and the collective bargaining agreement
• Assist with preparation of presentations or communication materials using Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Help coordinate information between shifts and departments (Maintenance, Engineering, Tooling, and Production Control) as directed by supervision
• Participate in 5S activities by helping track audits, update checklists, and maintain visual management boards
• Provide inventory clerical support to help ensure shipping and delivery requirements are met
• Perform data entry and administrative trouble‑shooting for quality or safety tracking systems
• Complete special assignments and projects as requested by Operations leadership

Required Skills

• Basic understanding or interest in manufacturing environments
• Intermediate computer skills with applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internal reporting tools
• Strong organizational and administrative abilities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information professionally and maintain confidentiality
• Detail‑oriented with ability to work accurately in a fast‑paced setting

Requirements:

• Candidate must be attending a 2 year college or 4‑year university local to Saginaw
• Candidate must be pursuing a degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or Human Resources
• Candidate must be able to work 20-32 hours during Fall and Winter semesters
• Up to 40 in the summer
• Must have cumulative 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale
• Must be a full‑time student (12 or more credits) during Fall and Winter semesters
• Candidate must have right to work in the US and not require current or future sponsorship

Nexteer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Disabled/Minorities/Veterans/Women

Nexteer is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employees to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States.

Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities:

If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please email [e-mail]. Please provide your contact information and details about the posted position of interest.