Plastic Molding Engineering Co - op

Plastic Molding Engineering Co-Op

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, this Summer, we're looking to add a Plastic Molding Engineering Co-Op located in our Libertyville, IL site.

Reporting to Process & Automation Engineering Team, the Intern will support injection molding process development and validation activities for high-precision medical components, while collaborating and working alongside Engineers and cross-functional teams.

What a typical day looks like:

• Assist in injection mold trials and process window development
• Support startup optimization and parameter validation
• Perform short-shot and imbalance studies
• Support defect analysis and root cause investigations
• Assist with IQ/OQ/PQ documentation
• Support tooling PM and mold performance assessments
• Attend team meetings to support project work as needed

Student qualities we're seeking for this internship assignment:

• Currently enrolled student pursuing MS degree in Plastics Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Materials Science major
• Understanding of Injection Molding Process (injection molding fundamentals)
• Basic process validation knowledge in highly regulated environments
• Defect & root cause analysis experience
• Understanding of mold tooling components and ability to read basic mechanical drawings
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Previous manufacturing floor internship experience a plus!

Co-Op Program Requirements:

• Ability to work 40 hours/week (in person) during the co-op assignment
• Currently enrolled in accredited university
• 3.0 GPA min

Pay Range (Applicable to Illinois)$18.98 USD - $26.10 USD Hourly

Job Category: Intern

Is Sponsorship Available? No

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