Packaging Co-op

Boston Beer Corporation; Upper Macungie Township (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Beer Corporation in Breinigsville, PA is seeking a student Engineering Co-op to analyze data across IT and manufacturing systems, identify inefficiencies, and support improvement projects focused on cost reduction and throughput.

You will partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to develop and execute short- and long-term improvement plans, build business cases, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for real-world manufacturing gains.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Must remain enrolled in classes after the co-op.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret data and translate findings into actions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Interest in manufacturing operations and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Trend operational data and losses across IT systems to identify inefficiencies and develop problem statements.
• Analyze packaging line performance and support root cause identification for operational losses.
• Monitor key manufacturing metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance.
• Develop and execute improvement plans focused on increasing efficiency and reducing operational costs during the co-op term.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to development of near-term and long-term improvement plans for packaging lines.
• Build business cases for future small-purchase capital projects.
• Evaluate potential projects by analyzing operational impact, costs, and expected savings.
• Assist with project documentation, presentations, and implementation planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Job description

United States, Pennsylvania, Breinigsville

• Trend operational data and losses across multiple IT systems to identify areas of inefficiency and develop problem statements.
• Analyze packaging line performance and support root cause identification for operational losses.
• Monitor key manufacturing metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and performance.
• Develop and execute improvement plans focused on increasing efficiency and reducing operational costs during the co-op term.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of near-term and long-term improvement plans for packaging lines.

Capital Planning & Business Analysis

• Build business cases for future small-purchase capital projects.
• Evaluate potential projects by analyzing operational impact, costs, and expected savings.
• Assist with project documentation, presentations, and implementation planning.

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline.
• Must continue to be enrolled in classes upon the completion of the co-op.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Interest in manufacturing operations, process improvement, and engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous co-op or internship experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Prior mechanical, industrial, or hands-on technical experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel for data analysis.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to Autonomous Maintenance principles, including Steps 1, 2, and 3, and their role in improving equipment performance.
• Hands-on experience identifying operational losses and developing solutions that improve manufacturing efficiency.
• An understanding of how engineering improvements translate into measurable financial savings and business impact.
• Experience developing business cases and supporting capital project planning.
• Opportunities to collaborate with both hourly and salaried coworkers across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Leadership teams.
• Practical experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and supporting real-world operational challenges.
• Development of data analysis, project management, communication, and continuous improvement skills applicable to future engineering careers.