Manufacturing Engineer Co-op

Job Category:

Temporary/Other

Job Family:

Intern

Job Description:

The duties of the Manufacturing Engineering Co-op will be focused on supporting the execution of projects in our manufacturing facility in Carthage, Missouri .

*Co-ops require you to take off a semester of school and work full time. (May 2027 - December 2027 or January 2028 – August 2028).

Relocation Assistance is provided if relocating 50 miles or more for this co-op.

This is a paid co-op with an hourly rate of pay: $24.00

Our Engineering Internship Program offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a food manufacturing environment.  Interns and Co-ops will work closely with skilled engineers, contributing to projects that have a direct impact on our operations and success.  We offer internship and co-op opportunities in various areas of engineering, allowing you to specialize based on your interests and career aspirations.

Interns and co-ops will also participate in our company Internship Program which includes Executive Speakers, Social & Networking Events and Career Branding & Professional Development.

What you'll do:

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Focus on the optimization of manufacturing processes.
• Work on process improvements in efficiency, productivity, process capability, risk, and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement efficient manufacturing workflows.

What you will need to succeed:

Completed Sophomore-level status or higher toward a BS degree in an Engineering program (Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, Chemical, Biological, Food Engineering or Manufacturing preferred).

Willing to commit to the following work time frames and taking a semester off from school: May 2027 - December 2027 OR January 2028 - August 2028*

Ability to work 40 hours/week.

Effective communications skills.

Ability to work well with Plant Partners, Engineering Partners, as well as Partners in other departments.

Ability to take ownership of assignments and complete them on time and accurately.

Desire to grow and take on new challenges/opportunities.

Reliable transportation.

Internship benefits:

• Opportunity to complete real-world projects, participate in team meetings and contribute your ideas
• Exposure to different areas of the business around the world
• Internship program that includes engaging events and opportunities to build relationships at all levels
• Relocation assistance (for eligible internships)
• Rewards program for referring others
• Eight free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Company-provided retirement contributions per year through our 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community
• Discounts on our products and more

​For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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