About the role#
Eaton is seeking a Continuous Improvement Co-op for our Sherman, Texas facility. This role supports our manufacturing team during the Spring 2027 term. You will work on-site to help deploy and document our internal improvement systems.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the deployment of the Eaton Continuous Improvement System (ECIS) to ensure site compliance.
- Create and update Standard Work documents for various manufacturing cells.
- Participate in root cause analysis for key site projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
- Collect and analyze data for productivity metrics, including time observations and spaghetti diagrams.
- Help revamp the site Ideas Program alongside CI Techs and the CI Manager.
- Benchmark other Eaton sites to identify and implement best practices.
- Support Rapid Improvement Events and other continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure tools like Set Up Reduction and Total Productive Maintenance have clear documentation.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program for Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Civil, Aerospace, Biomedical, or Environmental Engineering.
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
- Ability to work 18 to 20 hours per week, including 2 to 3 days during the semester or full-time during breaks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Candidates must live within a 50-mile radius of Sherman, Texas.
- Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or quality tools is preferred.
- Previous internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Sherman, Texas.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Spring 2027.
- Sponsorship: Eaton does not provide immigration sponsorship for this position.
About Eaton
Eaton is a power management company that focuses on electrical, aerospace, and industrial technologies. Founded in 1911, the firm operates globally with headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. It employs over 61,000 people and maintains a public status. The company works on electrification and digitalization projects to support renewable energy and power management needs.
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