Process Engineer Co‑Op: Lean Manufacturing & Projects

Winchester Ammunition; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 93,677,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend available

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition conducts a Process Engineer Co-Op (Spring 2027) across multiple sites to develop hands-on project leadership and continuous improvement in small caliber ammunition production. The program emphasizes safety, lean manufacturing, and data-driven process enhancements while rotating through key engineering and maintenance teams.

Applicants must be enrolled in an Industrial, Mechanical, or Metallurgical program with a 3.0 GPA, completed sophomore year, and readiness to work

Qualifications

• Enrolled at an accredited college or university majoring in an undergraduate Industrial, Mechanical, or Metallurgical degree program
• Must have an overall GPA 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale at all times; an official transcript is required each term
• Cumulative GPA on current institution transcript will be used in transfer college situations
• Experience in ammunition and firearms with a knowledge of shooting sports industry is preferred
• Must have completed sophomore year (or 60 completed credit hours) prior to first rotation with Olin
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours a week during rotation); Not eligible for virtual work
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data and requires an export license approval
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor per DOJ/ATF rules
• Independence Location Only: US citizen required; no non-US citizens onsite at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant
• Olin does not provide sponsorship; only US authorized workers are eligible

Responsibilities

• Lead a minimum of three hands-on projects throughout the term, defined at rotation start
• Support maintenance in development of policies and procedures for preventative and predictive maintenance
• Identify, evaluate, and implement process improvements related to the production of small caliber ammunition
• Collect, process, and communicate data to support engineering projects and process improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Education

Undergraduate Industrial/Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

Winchester Ammunition conducts a Process Engineer Co-Op (Spring 2027) across multiple sites to develop hands-on project leadership and continuous improvement in small caliber ammunition production. The program emphasizes safety, lean manufacturing, and data-driven process enhancements while rotating through key engineering and maintenance teams.

Applicants must be enrolled in an Industrial, Mechanical, or Metallurgical program with a 3.0 GPA, completed sophomore year, and readiness to work