About the role#
The Manufacturing Engineering Co-op joins our team for the Winter 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site position based at our headquarters in Sharonville, Ohio. You will report to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and work closely with plant leadership and operations staff.
What you'll do#
- Optimize process designs to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase safety.
- Support the planning, design, and execution of capital projects.
- Monitor process data to identify trends and propose improvements.
- Perform time, heating, and cooling studies.
- Conduct process capability studies and Root Cause Analyses for equipment or process breakdowns.
- Calculate ROI to help determine project priorities.
- Create and maintain standard operating procedures and visual controls.
- Update manufacturing layouts, equipment files, and P&IDs using AutoCAD.
- Apply lean principles and Six Sigma methodology to evaluate and improve processes.
- Assist in the scale-up process for new product deployments and formula revisions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and equipment.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or a related engineering field.
- A problem-solving mindset with a focus on identifying root causes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with everyone from the operations floor to leadership.
- Ability to build cross-functional relationships.
- Deep attention to detail.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite.
Location & details#
- Location: Sharonville, Ohio.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Status: Paid, full-time, on-site.
About DuBois Chemicals, Inc.
DuBois Chemicals, Inc. provides specialty cleaning and process solutions for markets including transportation, water treatment, and pulp and paper manufacturing. The company operates across North America with a team of over 400 sales and technical representatives. Its main facility in Sharonville, Ohio, houses production, laboratory, and office operations. Founded in 1920, the firm maintains a workforce of nearly 1,000 employees.
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