Job Description: Operational Excellence Co-op (Internship)Position Summary
Company: LabChemS Corp.
Role: Operational Excellence Co-op / Intern
Hourly Rate: $15.00/hr
Classification: Temporary / (COOP Program)
Language Requirement: Fully Bilingual (English & Spanish)
About the Role
The Operational Excellence Co-op will support continuous improvement initiatives focused on optimizing processes, reducing waste, and enhancing operational efficiency. This role provides hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and improvement methodologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Optimization: Support the identification, analysis, and improvement of operational processes.
- Lean Methodologies: Participate actively in continuous improvement projects using Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
- Data Analysis: Collect, monitor, and analyze data to identify operational bottlenecks and efficiency opportunities.
- KPI Tracking: Track and report key operational metrics (e.g., OEE, yield, scrap, etc.) to the management team.
- Documentation: Assist in creating, reviewing, and updating process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), workflows, and process maps.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate on cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives across different departments.
- Workshops & Reporting: Support the preparation of data-driven reports, presentations on project results, and participate in Kaizen events and improvement workshops.
- Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory standards established by the company.
Qualifications & RequirementsEducation & Eligibility
- Academic Program: Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
- Current Student: Must be an active undergraduate student currently in their 2nd or 3rd year of university.
- Note: Candidates who have already graduated are not eligible for this COOP position.
- Available to complete a formal COOP/Internship term.
Skills & Competencies
- Language: Excellent bilingual communication skills (written and verbal in both English and Spanish).
- Leadership: Demonstrated leadership potential or previous leadership roles in academic, extracurricular, or professional settings.
- Analytical Skills: Strong ability to track and analyze data; result-driven mindset with a strong advocacy for continuous improvement.
- Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, planning, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
- Talent Development: A genuine commitment to learning, self-development, and supporting team growth.
What We Offer
- Hands-on, real-world experience in Operational Excellence and Lean manufacturing methodologies.
- Direct mentorship from industry professionals.
- A dynamic, collaborative, and growth-oriented work environment.
Pay: $12.00 - $15.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
