Arinc International Of Canada Ulc - Cedar Rapids, IA
posted 2 months ago
This position is for an Industrial Engineering COOP on the High-Frequency and Tactical Communication team at Collins Aerospace. The role is designed for students who are eager to learn about the aerospace industry while completing their degree. The selected candidate will apply Industrial Engineering concepts, techniques, analysis, and decision tools to promote and implement changes in manufacturing operations to achieve site goals. The overarching responsibilities of this role include improving quality, reducing costs, and enhancing the flow of products through automation and process improvements. The position offers a unique opportunity for independent action while also working collaboratively within a team of manufacturing engineers, production personnel, management, and other support organizations. The projects assigned will be of high priority and visibility, aimed at improving the facility's capability to be recognized as the best manufacturing facility in the world. The COOP will immerse themselves in a full-time, Monday-Friday work schedule from May to December, which includes taking a semester off from coursework to fully engage in this mentorship opportunity. Responsibilities will include supporting manufacturing processes such as equipment, floor layouts, work sequence, work instructions, procedures, and workflow. The candidate will conduct studies on cost control, productivity, cost reduction, inventory, and production record systems. They will also review products and processes for quality, safety, and producibility risks, collaborating with design teams to incorporate necessary changes. The role may involve managing moderately sized projects or processes and independently resolving complex problems. Additionally, the candidate will develop tactical plans to manage day-to-day challenges and may require some travel to local Iowa regional sites.