Operational Excellence Co-Op

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    10,001+ employeesFounded 1945New Bremen, OhioTruck Transportation
    ClosedPaidSummer 2027Truck Transportation

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    Title: Operational Excellence Co-Op: Spring 2027- Indefinite Work Authorization Location: Location New Bremen, OH, US, 45869 Posted: Tue Aug 11 07:00:00 UTC 2026

    Description: Company Description: Crown Equipment Corporation is a leading innovator in world-class forklift and material handling equipment and technology. As one of the world’s largest lift truck manufacturers, we are committed to providing the customer with the safest, most efficient and ergonomic lift truck possible to lower their total cost of ownership. Job Posting External The Operational Excellence Co-Op position is dedicated to exposing the applicant to multiple opportunities related to Crown’s Lean Management System. These opportunities can either be project-based or event/experience-based depending on the background of the applicant and current department work focus. Job Responsibilities: Listed below are examples of work content for the position: Support value stream mapping projects and events – opportunities to learn and use software such as Video TimerPro, eVSM, Visio etc. Support continuous improvement, 5S, process mapping, etc. events within multiple plants/departments. Support Operational Excellence web-based and instructor-led training module development – opportunities to learn and use PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc. Create pages for lean resources within Operational Excellence’s SharePoint page – tracking systems, dashboards, repositories – opportunities to learn and use Power Automate, Power BI, Excel, etc. Assist with conducting and/or tracking historical data for continuous improvement events or assessments. Job Qualifications: Candidate must have a passion for problem solving and continuous improvement. Proven ability to collaborate with colleagues and work effectively in a team. Ability to convey information clearly and effectively. Must have own reliable means of transportation and willingness to travel. Preferred candidate will be pursuing a degree in Operations Management or Engineering – Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, etc. Work Authorization: Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. No agency calls please. EOE Veterans/Disabilities

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    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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