Warranty & Repair Co‑Op: Lean, SAP & Quality Systems

Bosch USA; Fountain Inn (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Bosch USA is seeking a driven Warranty & Repair Co‑Op to support the Service Operations team on SAP modeling, SOCOS documentation, and lean 5S implementations. You will bridge ERP systems with shop floor execution and assist in continuous improvement projects across quality systems and file governance.

The role provides exposure to engineering principles, ERP workflows, and cross‑functional collaboration with technicians, specialists, and management.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Preferred majors: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Proficiency in data manipulation and modeling using Excel (pivot tables, lookup formulas, data validation).
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to interface between shop floor technicians, specialists, and management.
• Self‑starter with interest in continuous improvement (Kaizen, Lean, 5S).
• Familiarity or coursework in SAP ERP modules (Production Planning, Plant Maintenance, or Customer Service).

Responsibilities

• SAP Operations & Quoting Optimization.
• Time Reclassification: audit and update labor activity types for cost allocation and booking integrity.
• Planned vs. Actual Alignment: conduct time studies and variance analyses; calibrate SAP routings.
• Quoting Procedure Development: improve repair quotation processes and tools.
• Technical Training & Skills Architecture: develop training plans and skills matrices.
• Skills Categorization: map technician competencies to material groups and diagnostics.
• Competency Matrix Expansion: integrate online modules and SOCOS content.
• Standardized Inspection Documentation: create clear inspection guides.
• File Architecture & Warranty Governance: restructure shared folders and lifecycle management.
• Warranty Document Review: audit and update active warranty agreements.
• SOPs & WIs Review: harmonize and update service documentation.
• SOCOS Documentation: ensure regulatory compliance in release workflows.
• Shop Floor Lean Layout & 5S Implementation: map layout, kanban, and staging lanes.
• Layout & Flow Optimization: minimize material handling and travel time.
• 5S Staging Lane Execution: standardize staging areas (Incoming, Return to Stock, Return to Customer, Quality Holds, YINT).
• Office & Cabinet Realignment: purge and archive critical records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Initiative

Kaizen

Lean

5S

Sul SAP ERP familiarity

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree program (Mechanical/Industrial Engineering preferred)

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bosch USA is seeking a driven Warranty & Repair Co‑Op to support the Service Operations team on SAP modeling, SOCOS documentation, and lean 5S implementations. You will bridge ERP systems with shop floor execution and assist in continuous improvement projects across quality systems and file governance.

The role provides exposure to engineering principles, ERP workflows, and cross‑functional collaboration with technicians, specialists, and management.