Co-Op Student - Fort Mill Plant - Fall 2027

Schaeffler • Fort Mill, SC

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company with a long history of private ownership and an entrepreneurial spirit. As a partner to major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, Schaeffler offers numerous development opportunities. This co-op position at the Fort Mill Plant for Fall 2027 will provide the student with a project charter and description during onboarding. The co-op student will be responsible for delivering key outcomes in their assigned area by the end of the assignment. Project examples include defining and documenting process parameters, supporting product development design efforts, quantifying and leading scrap reduction actions, improving machinery effectiveness and efficiency in high-volume areas, learning and adhering to quality policy and procedures, and gaining insights into Schaeffler's manufacturing, design, and technological processes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be pursuing an academic degree
• Maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher per semester
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication ability (written & verbal)
• Extremely self-motivated & driven to achieve results
• Assertive approach to solving problems
• Ability to prioritize according to given tasks

Responsibilities

• Define and document process parameters
• Support design efforts for product development
• Quantify and lead actions needed for scrap reduction
• Improve effectiveness and efficiency of key machinery in high volume work areas
• Learn, understand, and adhere to the current specifications of the Quality Policy and Procedures and contribute to the achievement of quality objectives
• Get insights into Schaeffler's manufacturing, design and technological processes

Benefits

• Developmental opportunities through tasks such as projects, job-rotation, hands-on training, and exposure to various processes
• Co-ops who are earlier in their academic journey and complete a successful rotation may be invited back during other semesters or summers to work with us again
• Regular employee appreciation and company events
• Temporary housing based on availability for the duration of their assignments including utilities for a modest fee
• Hourly rate is dependent on academic standing

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED