Manufacturing Engineer-Machining Co-Op - Emerson

Marshalltown, IA 50158

About the Job

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability. With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety. We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

Want to work with the best and brightest in a company that tackles challenges that have never been done before? Emerson is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer-Machining Co-op(May 2025- December 2025) to join our Marshalltown, IAteam.We are looking for someone who is interested in gaining real-world experience in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

Support and promote a strong safety culture.
Responsible to support the achievement of the following critical success factors: Safety, Quality, Delivery/Lead-time Cost/Inventory Management and Cost of Quality.
Support the development and qualification of new procedures and processes.
Provide a manufacturing support interface with Engineering, Sales, and Marketing to address potential manufacturability issues.
Lean Implementation –Supporting the implementation of Lean in processes as appropriate.
Understand the principles and support the reduction in the cost of quality (COQ).
Drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE):
- Quality
  - Analyze data and implement Root-Cause solutions to improve processes and personnel driven nonconformance’s.
- Productivity
  - Identify and Facilitate Implementation of process improvements.
Coordinate and communicate with all levels of the organization (formal and informal presentations).
Develop Best Practices and Procedures; communicate these to employees through Visual Workplace, Formal Training, and Area meetings.
Participate in the development of capital plans, support Appropriation Requests and the implementation of new capital technology to improve manufacturing processes and the reduction of nonconformance’s.
Delivery – Assist in coordination of production and quality activities to support Customer expectations.
Productivity - Identify and Facilitate Implementation of process improvement opportunities to increase throughput.

Who You Are:

You provide timely and helpful information to individuals across the organization. You push yourself and help others achieve results. You introduce new ways of looking at problems. You are open to change and continue to learn and experience new opportunities.

For This Role, You Will Need:

Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university
Major(s): Agricultural Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology, Machine Technology/Machine Trades/Tool & Die or similar field of study.
Minimum year in school: Junior or Senior
Commitment to full-time (40 hour) Spring (May 2025- December 2025) Co-op experience in Marshalltown, IA.
Legal authorization to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

On the job training will happen, we are looking for you to have strong, hands-on experience from a previous job or internship related to manufacturing, or a project-based academic assignment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Additional Information:

At Emerson’s Marshalltown location we offer GREAT benefits to our co-ops:

Competitive salaries
FULL Holiday pay
Corporate apartment options
401(k)
Insurance options
A formal co-op program focused on growing students’ experience in organizational knowledge and diversity, teamwork & leadership development, professional development, and corporate citizenship.

Our Offer To You:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide, a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.

Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspires innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

This philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emerson.

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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