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IKO North America

Operations Engineering Intern / Co-Op

5 days ago by IKO North America
  • Salary negotiable
  • West Chester, PA, US
  • Full-time
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Operations Engineering Intern/Co-Op supporting plant operations by building and organizing core operational and maintenance documentation (SOPs, SWIs, PMs, parts lists) alongside the operations structure steering team. IKO North America is a market-leading roofing and building materials manufacturer, offering hands-on manufacturing experience. Standout perk: paid internship at $24–$26/hour with potential future placements/full-time opportunities.

Key skills
Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, charts, Pareto analysis)AutoCADMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointCreating SOPs and Safe Work Instructions (SWIs)Preventive Maintenance (PM) documentationLockout/Tagout (LOTO) documentationAsset hierarchy and inventory/spare parts listsJob plan creationMechanical or Chemical Engineering (in progress)
Pays $24.00–$26.00 per hour for a paid co-op/internship role.
You'll thrive here if you’re a self-starting Mechanical/Chemical Engineering student who enjoys structured documentation work and collaborating with plant leaders in a manufacturing environment.
Why apply
  • Paid co-op: $24–$26/hour
  • Hands-on manufacturing experience
  • Potential future full-time roles
IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you! Job Description Operations Engineering Intern/Co-Op Location: Chester, SC Type: Full Time Co-Op / Paid Intern Department: Plant Operations **Must be local to the Carolina States** Relocation Assistance not available WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Competitive Wage ($24.00-$26.00 per Hour) Hands-on experience with an industry leader in manufacturing, contributing to the production of high-quality roofing materials. Work with a company committed to eco-friendly practices and sustainable production methods. Exposure to different roles or departments to help you clarify your career interests and path. Potential for future Internship/Co-Op placements or full-time roles upon graduation. WHEN YOU JOIN US, YOU WILL BE; Collaborating closely with the Operation Structure steering team to support the development and organization of key documentation for our evolving operational framework. Assisting in the creation and refinement of materials including Asset Hierarchy Lists, Document Navigation Accelerators (linked drawings), Inventory Lists, Spare Parts Lists, Job Plans, and Preventive Maintenance documentation. Creating detailed Safe Work Instructions (SWIs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and equipment-specific Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) documents with guidance from plant leadership. OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE; Sophomore, Junior, or Senior studying to be a Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or equivalent. Proficient in MS Excel, analyzing spreadsheet information, using Pareto's, Bar Charts, Look Up Tables, Pivot Tables, Drop Down Menus, etc. Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Word and MS Power Point. Troubleshooting capability is a plus Self-starter and eager to work. WORK AUTHORIZATIONS AND TRAVEL; Must be authorized to work in the United States No travel requirement Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity. Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. IKO is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial roofing systems operating in Canada, the United States and multiple global markets. Our 70+ years of success has been enabled by the dedication of our employees. We would welcome the opportunity to consider you for one of our great opportunities! We respect the privacy of candidates for employment. This Privacy Notice sets forth how we will use the information we obtain when you apply for a position through this career site. If you do not consent to the terms of this Privacy Notice, please do not submit information to us. Privacy Notice

Reference: 22598_2659916721·Original posting
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