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Industrial/Mechanical Engineering Co-Op (Jan 2018)

Philips Lighting

Philips Lighting

Industrial/Mechanical Engineering Co-Op (Jan 2018)

Tupelo, MS
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    You will be responsible for supporting the Manufacturing Engineering team and leading small project initiatives in the following areas – Floor layout, Material flow investigations and improvement recommendations, support implementing of Lean manufacturing concepts to include creation of Kanban and 6S strategies on assembly tables, conducting time studies and preparing work instructions, analysis and identification of efficiency improvement opportunities, and other assigned tasks to support the manufacturing assembly process.

    Your Responsibilities:

    • Support the Lean Transformation leader to implement Lean Phase 3 concepts
    • Support the Manufacturing Engineering team to drive improvement opportunities and improve overall operator efficiency
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  • Qualifications

    We are looking for an aspiring professional, who is eager to learn, and is passionate, creative, and persistent, who can balance multiple projects and thrive in a team-based dynamic environment.

    Our ideal candidate is/has:

    • Actively pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering discipline or other related degree field.
    • Able to work within a team environment, should be self-motivated and have the ability to plan and execute tasks independently.
    • Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation development skills
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
    • Proficient in AutoCAD to support factory layout initiatives
    • Previous Lean Manufacturing experience a plus
  • Industry
    Consumer Electronics
  • Fun Fact
    Education reimbursement, flex work schedules and health and well-being plans offered.
  • About Us

    Make an impact on innovations that matter.

    Everything starts with light. Light moves cities, carries information, and comforts mind and body. In today’s digital age, lighting is being redefined. It’s no longer just about illuminating. It’s about connecting, responding and transforming.

    At Philips Lighting, we’re at the forefront of this wave of innovation. We’re developing technologies and systems that are changing how people see and experience their world. We’re the leading lighting company for the Internet of Things, building brighter, smarter cities and homes, and bringing greener, better light to people across the globe.

    We want people with a game-changing mentality, to help us create the light of the future. We’re building a team of people who value innovation, and who are ready to make an impact both in their careers and the world they live in.