Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Student bei MCI Coach

Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Student

Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Term: 8 months term Co-op Placement

Department: Manufacturing Engineering

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineering Co-op Student will support day-to-day production activities by assisting with key entry-level engineering tasks. This role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives. The student will work closely with the Manufacturing Engineering team to ensure production efficiency, quality, and process reliability.

Key Responsibilities

·         Resource Model Support: Assist in rebuilding and updating the production resource model to reflect current operations.

·         Installation Audits: Conduct audits to verify proper installation of components and systems on the production line.

·         Station Tool Audits: Perform audits of tools at workstations and update the tool database to ensure accuracy and availability.

·         DC Torque Tool Implementation: Support the rollout of DC torque tools and participate in process audits to ensure proper usage and calibration.

·         Time Studies: Collect and analyze data on new builds to identify process improvements and validate labor standards.

·         Quality at Source (QAS) Projects: Contribute to various QAS initiatives such as:
  - Coach Protection Project
  - Paint Quality Improvement
  - Refurbishing Component Shipping Containers
  - Updating Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) tasks for long-term sustainment

Learning Outcomes

·         Gain practical experience in manufacturing engineering processes

·         Develop communication and collaboration skills in a production environment

·         Learn how to conduct audits, analyze data, and support continuous improvement initiatives

·         Understand the importance of quality assurance and process reliability in manufacturing

Qualifications

·         Currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering program

·         Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

·         Basic understanding of manufacturing principles and production environments

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

·         Good communication and teamwork skills

·         Familiarity with CAD software is an asset but not required