Onsite Co-Op: Continuous Improvement Engineer (Lean/Six Sigma)

Heraeus; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Heraeus Medevio in Minnesota offers an 8-month Co-Op in R&D and Operations engineering, focused on continuous improvement. You will work under experienced engineers on real-world projects in design, testing, manufacturing, or product development, gaining mentorship and industry exposure.

The role is on-site in White Bear Lake, MN, with possible travel to Fridley, MN. You will contribute to process optimization, LEAN/Six Sigma initiatives, and cost-benefit analyses while collaborating across

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or comparable Engineering program.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Ability to work full-time onsite during the duration of the co-op.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
• Driven to learn more about real-world application of academic engineering concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide general support to the optimization of process flows, line layouts, staffing, and workstation design to improve product scalability and accommodate changes in product volume.
• Participate in driving process improvements on new and existing products to improve capability, repeatability, quality, and cost using LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support conducting cost/benefit analysis for changes to processes and/or equipment as part of the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of support for operational improvement opportunities.
• Review and support the Medevio CAPTURE program to evaluate, prioritize, and implement continuous improvement opportunities identified by various individuals from all cross-functional groups across the facility.
• Participate in other operations and continuous improvement team meetings and activities.
• Respond to changing priorities in a timely manner.
• Other duties assigned as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Heraeus Medevio in Minnesota offers an 8-month Co-Op in R&D and Operations engineering, focused on continuous improvement. You will work under experienced engineers on real-world projects in design, testing, manufacturing, or product development, gaining mentorship and industry exposure.

The role is on-site in White Bear Lake, MN, with possible travel to Fridley, MN. You will contribute to process optimization, LEAN/Six Sigma initiatives, and cost-benefit analyses while collaborating across