Manufacturing Engineer Co-op

Schreiber Foods•Carthage, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Co-op supports the execution of projects at the company’s manufacturing facility in Carthage, Missouri. The role focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes and improving efficiency, productivity, process capability, risk, and cost. The co-op collaborates with cross-functional teams to design and implement efficient manufacturing workflows. This is a paid, full-time co-op requiring a semester away from school. Applicants must commit to one of the following work periods: May 2027–December 2027 or January 2028–August 2028, and be able to work 40 hours per week. Relocation assistance is provided for eligible co-ops relocating 50 miles or more. Co-ops also participate in the company Internship Program, which includes executive speakers, social and networking events, and career branding and professional development.

Requirements

Completed sophomore-level status or higher toward a bachelor’s degree in an engineering program.
Ability to commit to one of the specified co-op work periods and take a semester off from school: May 2027–December 2027 or January 2028–August 2028.
Ability to work 40 hours per week.
Effective communication skills.
Ability to work well with plant partners, engineering partners, and partners in other departments.
Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Study in Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, Chemical, Biological, Food, or Manufacturing Engineering is preferred.
Desire to grow and take on new challenges and opportunities.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of projects at the manufacturing facility in Carthage, Missouri.
Optimize manufacturing processes.
Work on process improvements involving efficiency, productivity, process capability, risk, and cost reduction.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement efficient manufacturing workflows.
Take ownership of assignments and complete them accurately and on time.

Benefits

Paid co-op at an hourly rate of $24.00.
Relocation assistance for eligible co-ops relocating 50 miles or more.
Internship program events and professional development opportunities, including executive speakers, social and networking events, and career branding.
Opportunity to complete real-world projects, participate in team meetings, and contribute ideas.
Exposure to different areas of the business around the world.
Rewards program for referring others.
Eight free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program.
Company-provided retirement contributions through the 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community.
Discounts on company products.