Below are examples of assignments and tasks you can anticipate being given in your Co-Op:
Work Term #1
- Update plant layouts of machines and equipment using CAD (MicroStation)
- Write, design, and coordinate work requests to install/relocate equipment
- Perform time studies and delay studies of machine cycles and operator stations
- Participate in improvement projects focused on operator stations
- Support projects focused on Lean Manufacturing Principles (typically Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Pull Systems/Kanban, Quick Changeover, physical mock-ups/simulations, and Standard Work)
- Participate in ergonomic evaluations and improvements
- Training
- SAP
- Microstation
- Lean Manufacturing concepts
- Work measurement
- Ergonomics
Work Term #2
- All responsibilities listed for Work Term 1
- Design, implement, and improve material handling systems
- Participate in Lean Line Design/Continuous Flow Workshops
- Responsible for a large project from inception to completion
- Training
- Time standard calculations
- Lean Manufacturing training workshops - Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Logistics Basics
Work Term #3 +
- All responsibilities listed for Work Terms 1 and 2
- I.E. responsibility for a small department within the plant