Manufacturing Process Improvement Co-Op (Spring 2027)

BMW Group; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in Spartanburg, SC seeks a Manufacturing Process Improvement Co-Op for Spring 2027 to explore production operations and develop initiatives that drive continuous improvement in assembly processes.

You will engage in cross-functional problem solving, rapid prototyping, and tactical decision-making while working closely with production and support roles. Enrolled students with 3.0+ GPA are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree (preferably industrial or mechanical)
• Detail-oriented
• Organized
• Autodesk Inventor (preferred)
• 3D Printing experience (preferred)
• Microsoft Excel (VLookup, Macros, etc. preferred)
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
• Have enrolled student status at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States
• Completed at least 30 credit hours at time of application
• Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours / week).
• Transfer students must have a GPA from current university.

Responsibilities

• Identifies opportunities for improvement and implements initiatives to drive continuous improvement of processes.
• Demonstrates quick problem solving / rapid prototyping skills for issues that may have a negative impact on process or product quality.
• Proactively engages with production and support roles to drive effective problem-solving
• Makes sound tactical decisions to resolve urgent matters and manages cross-functional teams in problem-solving and prevention efforts.
• Demonstrates strategic management skills and demonstrates the ability to adapt to evolving business requirements
• Shows initiative on exploring personal interests which will have a positive, value-added impact on the business.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Education

Engineering degree (preferably industrial or mechanical)

Minimum GPA 3.0

Enrolled student at a US four-year college

Completed at least 30 credit hours

Transfer students GPA from current university

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

3D Printing

Microsoft Excel (VLookup, Macros)

Job description

Manufacturing Process Improvement Co-Op (Spring 2027)

A good student experience is never hands-off. We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic learning environment where students actively engage in practical experiences throughout their time with us. From the beginning, students are entrusted with specific responsibilities, ensuring they play a significant role in their learning journey. As valued team members, students are also encouraged to share and implement their own ideas, enhancing both their personal growth and the collective success of the team.

Description:

This role explores and develops a comprehensive understanding of how a production facility operates, with a focus on assembly operations. Co-ops will examine the various manufacturing and support roles and responsibilities that enable the production system and learn how these different components work together to facilitate efficient assembly operations. Additionally, they will be responsible for innovative projects that can create a real, measurable impact on the department's initiatives. They will also champion the development and implementation of these ideas to drive continuous improvement within the production facility.

The qualified intern/Co-op should expect to contribute & improve in the following functions:

• Identifies opportunities for improvement and implements initiatives to drive continuous improvement of processes.
• Demonstrates quick problem solving / rapid prototyping skills for issues that may have a negative impact on process or product quality.
• Proactively engages with production and support roles to drive effective problem-solving
• Makes sound tactical decisions to resolve urgent matters and manages cross-functional teams in problem-solving and prevention efforts.
• Demonstrates strategic management skills and demonstrates the ability to adapt to evolving business requirements
• Shows initiative on exploring personal interests which will have a positive, value-added impact on the business.

Qualifications:

• Engineering degree (preferably industrial or mechanical)
• Detail-oriented
• Organized
• Autodesk Inventor (preferred)
• 3D Printing experience (preferred)
• Microsoft Excel (experience with VLookup, Macros, etc. preferred)
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major)
• Have enrolled student status at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States
• Completed at least 30 credit hours at time of application
• Ability to work full-time on-site (40 hours / week).
• Transfer students must have a GPA from current university.
• Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term.
• THE WORK TERM DATES ARE January 11th – May 14th, 2027.
• Must be an enrolled student during all three rotations.

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Manufacturing Process Improvement Co-Op (Spring 2027)

Legal Entity:

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC

Location:

Spartanburg, SC

Job Field:

Job Id:

191747

Publication Date:

31.07.2026