About the role#
This Engineering Co-op position at B&G Foods provides an opportunity to manage projects within the packing or process departments at the manufacturing plant. The role runs from January 2027 through August 2027 and requires working on-site in Ankeny, Iowa.
What you'll do#
- Manage engineering projects within the packing or process department.
- Support operations to meet safety, quality, and reliability metrics.
- Perform commissioning, qualification, and verification of new equipment.
- Execute sustainability improvements, including waste reduction and energy savings.
- Document new and modified standard operating procedures.
- Communicate results and teach best practices to operators.
- Analyze and solve problems for current department opportunities.
- Participate in experimental orders for new initiatives.
- Present improvement findings and results to plant leadership.
- Participate in team, department, and plant meetings.
What you'll need#
- Sophomore standing or higher, currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or Civil Engineering.
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.0.
- Ability to work without sponsorship.
- Willingness to relocate to or reside near Ankeny, Iowa, for the duration of the assignment.
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical skills to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to work in both office and plant environments while complying with safety procedures.
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand on concrete floors for extended periods, and work in areas with extreme temperatures.
Location & details#
- Location: Ankeny, IA
- Term: January 2027 - August 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment type: Full-time, paid
About B&G Foods Inc.
B&G Foods Inc. manufactures, sells, and distributes shelf-stable and frozen food products. The company operates across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. It manages a portfolio of over 50 brands including Crisco, Green Giant, and Cream of Wheat. Founded in 1889, the firm is based in Parsippany, New Jersey, and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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