About the role#
The Operational Excellence Co-Op position provides exposure to the Crown Lean Management System. You will work on projects or events based on your background and the department goals at the time. This is a full-time, paid role.
What you'll do#
- Support value stream mapping projects and events using software like Video TimerPro, eVSM, and Visio.
- Assist with continuous improvement, 5S, and process mapping events across various plants and departments.
- Help develop web-based and instructor-led training modules for Operational Excellence.
- Build and maintain lean resource pages on SharePoint using tools like Power Automate, Power BI, and Excel.
- Track historical data for continuous improvement events and assessments.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- A focus on problem solving and continuous improvement.
- Ability to work well with others and communicate information clearly.
- Reliable transportation and a willingness to travel.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: New Bremen, Ohio
- Term: Summer 2027
- Work Modality: On-site
About Careers at Crown
Crown Equipment manufactures forklifts and material handling solutions. The company operates within the truck transportation industry and provides services for supply chain, logistics, and fleet management. It is a privately held organization with more than 10,001 employees. Founded in 1945, the company maintains its headquarters in New Bremen, Ohio.
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