Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op

Corning•Glendale, AZ

2d•$42,510 - $82,810•Onsite

About The Position

This co-op role provides a hands-on opportunity to support plant-wide manufacturing initiatives with a primary focus on automation and manufacturing related projects. The co-op will partner with engineering, operations, quality, and maintenance teams to identify opportunities for automation, improve process capability, and drive cross-functional improvements across multiple manufacturing areas. This role offers broad exposure to equipment, processes, and systems within a production environment.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering program
Strong interest in automation, manufacturing systems, or process engineering
Ability to work in a hands-on plant environment

Nice To Haves

Exposure to automation systems, PLCs, robotics, or controls
Experience with data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, Power BI, etc.)
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma concepts
Ability to interpret technical drawings, process flows, and system interactions
Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Responsibilities

Support identification and implementation of automation opportunities across manufacturing processes
Work with engineering and maintenance teams to support equipment upgrades, controls, and process automation projects
Identify and implement improvements to cycle time, throughput, and quality
Conduct process mapping, value stream analysis, and waste identification across multiple production areas
Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring process or equipment issues
Develop visual dashboards, metrics, and reporting tools to drive decision-making
Utilize AI tools to analyze data and improve manufacturing processes
Collaborate with operators, technicians, engineers, and quality teams across departments
Assist in developing standard work, SOPs, and training materials for new processes or automation systems