2025 Engineering Co-Op

You must be able to work onsite in Lavonia, GA.  Flexible hours - we can work with your college schedule.  

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a
 pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid
 and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of
 new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative
 venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services
 the world has ever seen. 
We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our
 business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen.
 We push the boundaries of what's possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by
 prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We
 can`t wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits. 

What awaits you 
- Work closely with the engineering and maintenance functions 
- Problem-solving on current and prospective process opportunities 
- Gain an understanding of patterns, tooling and layout, and system operations 
- Gain an understanding of the blow molding and assembly process for manufacturing automotive fuel systems 
- Conduct cycle time studies to determine bottlenecks and drive improvements to reduce scrap and downtime 
- Create standardized work instructions as needed 
- Analyze Scrap and Downtime on a production line, using analytical tools to Pareto and trend scrap drivers, root cause
 highest scrap drivers 
- Work to analyze operational equipment efficiencies and make improvements based on A3/root cause analysis of top
 items affecting OEE and Scrap 
- Participate in the operational meetings 
- Assist the NPI group as needed to ensure the flawless launch of the projects 
- Perform work as assigned by supervisor

You must be able to work onsite in Lavonia, GA.  Flexible hours - we can work with your college schedule.  

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a
 pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid
 and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of
 new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative
 venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services
 the world has ever seen. 
We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our
 business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen.
 We push the boundaries of what's possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by
 prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We
 can`t wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits. 

What awaits you 
- Work closely with the engineering and maintenance functions 
- Problem-solving on current and prospective process opportunities 
- Gain an understanding of patterns, tooling and layout, and system operations 
- Gain an understanding of the blow molding and assembly process for manufacturing automotive fuel systems 
- Conduct cycle time studies to determine bottlenecks and drive improvements to reduce scrap and downtime 
- Create standardized work instructions as needed 
- Analyze Scrap and Downtime on a production line, using analytical tools to Pareto and trend scrap drivers, root cause
 highest scrap drivers 
- Work to analyze operational equipment efficiencies and make improvements based on A3/root cause analysis of top
 items affecting OEE and Scrap 
- Participate in the operational meetings 
- Assist the NPI group as needed to ensure the flawless launch of the projects 
- Perform work as assigned by supervisor

What you'll need to succeed\: 
- Currently pursuing a university degree in Engineering or Applied Science with a focus on automation or robotics 
- Preference for candidates with skills in the following areas\: Data Analysis, Electronics, Software Engineering, Robotics/
Automation, Mechatronics

What you'll need to succeed\: 
- Currently pursuing a university degree in Engineering or Applied Science with a focus on automation or robotics 
- Preference for candidates with skills in the following areas\: Data Analysis, Electronics, Software Engineering, Robotics/
Automation, Mechatronics