Winter 2027 Co-op – Manufacturing Engineering (Victorville, CA)

Cagayan State University; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Mentor program

Job summary

Cagayan State University is seeking an enthusiastic student to assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting for ongoing engineering projects. The role supports process improvements to boost efficiency, quality, and safety, and involves equipment troubleshooting and SOP development.

You will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, collaborating with operations, maintenance, and quality teams. A mentorship component and training are included.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university.
• Availability to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and be self-driven.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and PowerPoint.
• Work authorization in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting for ongoing engineering projects.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Participate in equipment troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Help develop and update SOPs and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and quality teams.
• Contribute to project planning, execution, and follow-up activities.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Reporting

Education

Undergraduate student

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

PowerPoint

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Assist with data collection, analysis, and reporting for ongoing engineering projects.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Participate in equipment troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Help develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, and quality.
• Contribute to project planning, execution, and follow‑up activities.

About You

The company is looking for:

• Undergraduate student currently enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university, majoring in Supply Chain, Engineering, Material Sciences, or related field.
• Availability to work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills including listening, written, and verbal abilities.
• Ability to work cross-functionally, be independently driven, and a self‑starter.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SAP, and PowerPoint.
• Work authorization in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Compensation & Benefits

• $31.00 per hour, paid bi-weekly.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus paid within first 30 days of employment.

Training & Development

• Engage in innovative projects within a challenging, cross-functional team environment.
• Participate in meet & greets and lunch & learns with KDP executives and organizational leaders.
• Receive professional development training including networking, professional skills development, and presenting.
• Be paired with a mentor to enhance business knowledge and build your network.
• Complete a project from start to finish and present findings to your team, department vice president, and other stakeholders.