Winchester Chemical/Civil Process Engineer Co-Op - Spring 2027

Winchester Ammunition; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Job summary

Winchester Ammunition is seeking a Process Engineer Co-Op (Spring 2027) to support operations, maintenance and safety with lean manufacturing initiatives. Expect to lead at least three hands-on projects and drive process improvements in small caliber ammunition production.

This role requires full-time availability, enrollment in Chemical or Civil Engineering, 3.0+ GPA, and US work authorization with ITAR compliance. On-site in Independence, MO and East Alton, IL with housing stipend available.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a college with Chemical or Civil Engineering major.
• GPA 3.0+ on a 4.0 scale; official transcripts required each term.
• Experience in ammunition or firearms industry preferred.
• Completed sophomore year (60 credits) prior to rotation.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week); no virtual work.
• Access to ITAR data; export controls vetting required.
• U.S. citizen; must be eligible to work in the United States; no sponsorship.
• Access to Lake City Army Ammunition Plant site restrictions apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead at least three hands-on projects during the rotation.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement process improvements for small caliber ammo production.
• Collect, process, and communicate data to support engineering projects.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional work

Education

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Job description

ALL IN for Opportunity. ALL IN with Olin.

Title

Process Engineer Co-Op (Spring 2027)

Locations

East Alton, IL; Independence, MO

Salary

$30.00 / hour

Housing Stipend Available

Focus

The Process Engineer Co-Op supports operations, maintenance, and safety teams in manufacturing excellence goals. This includes continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives. This role can serve as the engineering representative on small capital projects including justification, obtaining approval, ordering, and installation processes and equipment.

What You'll Do

• Lead a minimum of three hands‑on projects throughout the term, to be defined at the beginning of the rotation based on department and business need.
• 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

What You'll Bring

• Enrolled at an accredited college or university majoring in an undergraduate Chemical or Civil Engineering degree program
• Must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale at all times throughout your time at Olin. An official transcript will be 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 normal business hours) during rotation; Not eligible for virtual work
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with the U.S. Department of Justice and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
• Independence Location Only: This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. The U.S. Government does not allow non-U.S. citizens onsite at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant (Independence, Missouri). Therefore, to be considered in the hiring process, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
• Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is ALL IN:

At Olin, students don't just observe - they contribute. We cultivate diverse experiences and career‑building opportunities uniquely designed to help you flourish in your career. Many of our previous college recruits have grown to become plant leaders, supply chain directors, and commercial gurus. Olin continues to be the global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering individuals to make an impact both at work and in their surrounding communities. Olin is ALL IN on developing future talent and our commitment to operate with integrity every day, in every way, and by every employee in our company. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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