Industrial Engineering Co-Op - Fall 2026

Flex • Usa, SC

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Flex is seeking an Industrial Engineering Co-Op (Fall 2026) for its Orangeburg, SC site. This role offers hands-on experience in process optimization, data analysis, and lean manufacturing principles within a high-tech environment. The student will support continuous improvement initiatives in fulfillment and server assembly/testing operations in the warehouse, managing the delivery chain and customizing products until they reach the final customer.

Requirements

• Junior/Senior (undergrad student) currently pursuing an Industrial Engineering degree or related major.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement principles.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Interest in hardware assembly and testing processes.
• Knowledge of process mapping and value stream analysis.
• Available to work 40 hours/week (in-person) for Fall semester.
• Currently enrolled in a 4-year accredited university.
• 3.0 minimum GPA.

Nice To Haves

• Basic understanding of server hardware components.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., Arena, FlexSim).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve fulfillment workflows, including material flow, packaging, and shipping processes.
• Support assembly and testing operations for servers, focusing on cycle time reduction and quality improvement.
• Collect and analyze production data (HPU, throughput, takt time) to identify bottlenecks and propose solutions.
• Participate in layout design and optimization for assembly and test stations.
• Develop standard work instructions and contribute to process documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Production, Logistics) to implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support time studies, ergonomic assessments, and capacity planning.
• Assist in KPI tracking and reporting for operational performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern