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Description Now Hiring: Maintenance Engineering Co-Op Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 Position Overview Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Engineering Co-Op provides a hands-on learning opportunity for current college students or recent graduates pursuing an Engineering or Technical degree. This role offers practical experience in maintenance operations, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced aseptic food manufacturing environment. Working alongside experienced maintenance professionals, the Co-Op will support equipment maintenance, reliability initiatives, and improvement projects that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance while developing valuable technical and professional skills. Key Responsibilities • Hands-On Maintenance • Assist maintenance technicians with troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment and facility systems. • Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities on manufacturing equipment. • Perform equipment inspections, calibrations, and routine maintenance under supervision. • Participate in safety programs including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space Entry, and OSHA compliance activities. • Assist with equipment installation, startup, and commissioning projects. • Utilize the CMMS to enter, update, and close maintenance work orders. • Engineering & Improvement Projects • Lead assigned Co-Op projects from planning through completion, presenting recommendations and results to plant leadership. • Support preventive maintenance optimization, spare parts management, and equipment reliability initiatives. • Analyze maintenance performance data, including downtime, work orders, and OEE metrics, to identify improvement opportunities. • Participate in Kaizen events, 5S activities, root cause analysis, and other continuous improvement efforts. • Assist with developing and updating SOPs, work instructions, and maintenance documentation. • Collaborate with Maintenance, Manufacturing, Quality, and Technical Services teams on projects that improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost. Requirements Minimum Qualifications • Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an accredited program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, or a related technical field. • Completion of at least one year of relevant coursework preferred. • Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or industrial systems through coursework or hands-on experience. • Strong interest in manufacturing equipment and maintenance. • Self-motivated with a willingness to learn in a hands-on environment. • Strong communication and presentation skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. • Ability to work effectively within a collaborative and inclusive team. • Prior manufacturing experience is not