Industrial Engineering Co-Op - Spring 2027

Flex • Orangeburg, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Flex is seeking an Industrial Engineering Co-Op for Spring 2027 at its Orangeburg, SC site. This role supports continuous improvement initiatives in fulfillment and server assembly/testing operations within a warehouse environment. The co-op will gain hands-on experience in process optimization, data analysis, and lean manufacturing principles in a high-tech setting. The position involves analyzing and improving workflows, supporting assembly and testing operations, collecting and analyzing production data, participating in layout design, developing standard work instructions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting time studies and KPI tracking. All processes are within a warehouse, managing the delivery chain and product customization until final customer delivery.

Requirements

• Junior/Senior (undergrad student), currently pursuing 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.
• Basic understanding of server hardware components.
• Available to work 40 hours/week (in-person) for Spring 2027 school semester.
• Currently enrolled in 4-year accredited university.
• 3.0 minimum GPA.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., Arena, FlexSim) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analyzing and improving 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