FMOS / Ops Co Op - American Fan

Fairbanks Morse Defense • Fairfield, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers
Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers
American Fan is a manufacturer of air movement equipment for Industrial, HVAC, Commercial, Marine, and specialty markets. Throughout our history, the quality and reliability of our products has been built upon a solid foundation of unrivaled application expertise and technical leadership. As a small manufacturer who is part of a well-respected international corporation, we are best known for our willingness to design and manufacture specialty air movement products for unique applications. Our sales distribution base consists of a diverse group of knowledgeable agents/representatives. Together with our in-house sales staff they deliver a very high level of customer service.
We are seeking a motivated FMOS Co-Op to join our team on-site for 3-4 months, focusing on continuous improvement in operations. You will gain hands-on experience supporting projects that enhance efficiency, optimize workflows, and improve production processes. The ideal candidate embodies FMD’s core values: Integrity, Velocity, and Teamwork, and demonstrates a strong understanding of operational processes and continuous improvement principles.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a degree program in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of process analysis tools or software is a plus.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with others.
• Demonstrates a proactive, adaptable, and learning-oriented mindset.
• Must work on-site during the co-op term.
• Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of lean manufacturing and process improvement principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset to support operational projects and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution of improvement initiatives.
• Exhibit strong organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and maintain focus on project goals.
• Analyze workflows and demonstrate an understanding of operational efficiency and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Participate in hands-on activities to execute and sustain improvement projects.

Benefits

• Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed