Manufacturing/Process Engineering co-op 2026

Location: Ripon, WI 

Term:

• January to August or
• May to December 2026

Are you ready to take your engineering skills to the next level? 

Join our dynamic Process Engineering team as a Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op and gain hands-on experience while working on impactful projects at our Ripon, WI facility. We're looking for driven and innovative students seeking a 2026 co-op to help shape the future of our manufacturing process. 

Why You’ll Love This Role: 

As a Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op, you’ll have the opportunity to work closely with seasoned professionals, be part of exciting projects, and make a real-world impact. Your contributions will be vital in improving process efficiency, safety, and overall plant performance. 

Why Join Us? 

• Real-World Impact: Work on meaningful projects that directly affect our production processes and products. 
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking team that values creativity and innovation. 
• Professional Growth: Gain invaluable experience and hone your skills in a supportive and collaborative setting.

Ready to kickstart your engineering career and make a tangible impact? Apply now to join our team and embark on a journey of growth and innovation! 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Optimize Plant Layouts and Resolve Line Issues: Work on improving plant layouts and addressing line issues to enhance efficiency and streamline production processes. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify bottlenecks, relocate machinery, and implement solutions that optimize workflow. 
• Small New Equipment Projects: Assist with smaller-scale new equipment projects, ensuring their installation and integration into the current manufacturing processes.  
• Data-Driven Improvements: Partner with our controls and finishing teams to establish data collection metrics, ensuring these are displayed and tracked accurately to drive process improvements. 
• Champion Safety: Help advance our safety initiatives by contributing to process controls, meticulous documentation, and ongoing process improvement efforts. 

Your Skill Set: 

• Hands-On Approach: You’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves and dive into projects. 
• Excellent Communicator: You possess strong written and oral communication skills, making complex information easy to understand. 
• Tech Savvy: You have a high degree of proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and AutoCAD. 

Educational Background: 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering. 

Physical Demands: 

• Versatile Work Environment: While this position involves periods of sitting, you’ll also be standing, using manual dexterity, stooping, bending, and performing minimal lifting.