Material Planning Co-op - Summer 2027

Crown Equipment Corporation; New Bremen (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation in Ohio is offering a Summer Internship in production planning and analytics. You will assist in creating and updating production schedules, analyze data, and support ERP data accuracy while working with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates are pursuing degrees in industrial engineering or related fields, have strong Excel skills, and good communication. This role provides hands-on experience with planning tools and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a relevant degree as listed.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts).
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and monitoring daily/weekly production schedules.
• Identify shortages or overages of materials and recommend actions.
• Collect and analyze production data.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for planning and performance tracking.
• Enter and maintain data in ERP systems.
• Support data accuracy for materials, BOMs, and routing.
• Work with production, kanban technician, procurement, and logistics teams to align plans.
• Participate in daily production meetings and planning reviews.
• Identify inefficiencies in planning or scheduling processes.
• Support lean manufacturing or Six Sigma projects.
• Help document standard operating procedures related to planning.
• Maintain planning-related documentation and training materials.
• Attend training sessions on planning tools, systems, and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Effective communication

Education

Pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert

Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership.

Job Posting External

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in creating and updating and monitoring daily/weekly production schedules.
• Help identify shortages or overages of materials and recommend actions.
• Collect and analyze production data.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for planning and performance tracking.
• Enter and maintain data in ERP systems.
• Support data accuracy for materials, BOMs, and routing.
• Work with production, kanban technician, procurement, and logistics teams to align plans.
• Participate in daily production meetings and planning reviews.
• Identify inefficiencies in planning or scheduling processes.
• Support lean manufacturing or Six Sigma projects.
• Help document standard operating procedures related to planning.
• Maintain planning-related documentation and training materials.
• Attend training sessions on planning tools, systems, and methodologies.

Qualifications:

• Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts)
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

No agency calls please.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities

Job Segment: Summer Internship, Logistics, Six Sigma, Industrial Engineer, Lean Six Sigma, Entry Level, Operations, Management, Engineering