Manufacturing Engineer Co-op

Schreiber Foods•Carthage, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Co-op supports project execution at the company’s food manufacturing facility in Carthage, Missouri. Co-ops work full time for one of two periods—May 2027 through December 2027, or January 2028 through August 2028—and must take a semester off from school. This is a paid co-op at $24.00 per hour. Relocation assistance is provided for eligible co-ops relocating 50 miles or more. The co-op offers hands-on experience working alongside engineers on projects that directly affect manufacturing operations. Participants may focus on manufacturing engineering and process optimization, and will also take part in the company Internship Program, which includes executive speakers, social and networking events, and career branding and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

Completed sophomore-level status or higher toward a BS degree in an engineering program.
Commit to one of the specified 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

Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, Chemical, Biological, Food Engineering, or Manufacturing engineering programs are preferred.
Desire to grow and take on new challenges and opportunities.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of projects at the manufacturing facility.
Optimize manufacturing processes.
Work on process improvements in 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 $24.00 per hour.
Relocation assistance for eligible co-ops relocating 50 miles or more.
Company Internship Program with executive speakers, social and networking events, and career branding and professional development.
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.