About the role#
This Co-Op position is based in Sanford, North Carolina. You will work on-site for a 7.5-month term starting in Summer 2027. This is a full-time, paid role focused on engineering projects within a manufacturing environment.
What you'll do#
- Identify sustainability opportunities and lead projects to support Net-Zero efforts.
- Apply process improvement tools, such as statistical process control, process mapping, and design of experiments.
- Analyze data from critical systems to identify trends and suggest improvements.
- Create standards and provide training for facilities technicians to support continuous improvement.
- Develop and document process flow diagrams.
- Improve productivity and resource use to drive cost savings.
- Follow all site GMP policies and procedures.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a B.S. degree program in Environmental, Industrial, Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
- 1 to 2 years of study remaining until graduation.
- Analytical problem-solving skills, including experience with gap analysis and root cause tools.
- Working knowledge of statistics, specifically Statistical Process Control (SPC).
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing tools.
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, Visio, and SAP.
Location & details#
- Location: Sanford, North Carolina.
- Term: Summer 2027 (7.5 months).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid.
About Coty
Coty is a public company that manufactures personal care products. Founded in 1904, it operates globally with headquarters in Amsterdam. The firm specializes in fragrances, color cosmetics, and skin and body care. It employs over 12,000 people across various international locations.
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