Engineering Co-Op - Pleasant Prairie (Jan - Aug 27')

Rust-Oleum•Pleasant Prairie, WI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This co-op position is designed to help students confirm their interest in becoming an Operations Engineer. Participants will be tasked with real company projects that will provide an understanding of the role and responsibilities within manufacturing. Projects will involve incorporating new machines and maximizing process efficiencies, impacting bottom-line company results. The co-op will include in-depth training on Rust-Oleum's Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing Initiatives, including the Toyota Production System (5S, 8 Wastes, Quick Changeover (SMED), and Root Cause Problem Solving). Specific projects will focus on processing, milling, and paint making operations, aiming to improve efficiency, throughput, and safety through equipment and process changes. Additional projects may involve Lean & Six Sigma activities or efficiency and safety projects for the packaging production area. Housing is provided at UW Parkside - Pike River Suites.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering.
Available to work from January 2027 to August 2027.
Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.

Nice To Haves

Interest in confirming a career path as an Operations Engineer.
Interest in manufacturing environments.
Willingness to learn about Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing Initiatives.

Responsibilities

Work on real company projects to understand the role and responsibilities of working in manufacturing.
Incorporate new machines and maximize efficiencies into our process.
Engage in specific projects in processing, milling, and paint making operations.
Undertake projects involving equipment and process changes to improve efficiency, throughput, and safety.
Potentially work on Lean & Six Sigma activities or efficiency & safety projects for the packaging production area.