About the role#
This co-op provides hands-on experience within the Bayer Product Supply organization. You will work in a medical device manufacturing environment, supporting operational excellence and continuous improvement. The role involves working across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing Operations to support business objectives and gain insight into the end-to-end supply chain.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to projects across Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain functions.
- Analyze operational data and performance metrics to find ways to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support daily business processes, including production planning, procurement, performance tracking, and project coordination.
- Participate in root-cause investigations and corrective-action implementation.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and visual work instructions.
- Lead or support process-improvement projects to increase productivity and reduce waste.
- Collaborate with production teams to improve operational efficiency.
- Prepare and present project updates and recommendations to site leadership.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or Operations Management.
- Demonstrated interest in manufacturing operations, medical devices, or continuous improvement.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Previous experience in an internship, co-op, laboratory, or manufacturing setting is preferred.
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, quality systems, or regulated manufacturing environments is a plus.
- Familiarity with production planning, procurement, or data analysis.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site position.
- Work will take place across Bayer’s Pittsburgh-area locations in Indianola, Pittsburgh, and Saxonburg, Pennsylvania.
- Candidates must be able to travel between these sites as required.
- The term is rolling.
About Bayer
Bayer is a global enterprise focused on healthcare and nutrition. The company operates in the life sciences sector with specialties in pharmaceuticals, consumer health, and crop science. It maintains a large workforce of over 95,000 employees across international locations. Headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, the organization develops products intended to address health and food security needs.
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