Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op (Spring 2025)
Irving, TX, US, 75060 Newark, OH, US, 43055-5893 Medina, OH, US, 44256-2484 Kansas City, KS, US, 66115-1393 Fairburn, GA, US, 30213-2800 Waxahachie, TX, US, 75165
At Owens Corning it’s our people that make the difference. We foster an inclusive environment where all Owens Corning employees are heard and appreciated for the value each distinct voice brings to the team. Each employee can share their unique perspectives, learn from one another, and maximize the potential of a global workplace.
About The Program:
During the Spring term, you will be placed as a Manufacturing Engineer Co-op at an Owens Corning manufacturing plant for approximately 12 weeks. You will be mentored by seasoned technical specialists and provided value added projects throughout this period. Projects will give you hands-on experience with technical issues you'll experience in a production environment. The internship will cover the following topics:
- Safety leadership
- Process and product improvement
- Productivity increases
- Waste elimination
- Total Productive Maintenance
In addition, you will develop the following skills necessary to be an effective manufacturing leader:
- Troubleshoot and problem solve designs, materials, or processes
- Leverage analytics & data-based decision making
- Enhance leadership capabilities and lead teams
- Effectively communicate and elevate performance of self and others
- Strengthen technical expertise
- Understand customer-driven focus
At the conclusion of the co-op, participants may be offered an additional internship/co-op or full-time employment in one of Owens Corning's Operation Leadership Development Programs, following graduation.
Co-op Benefits:
- Housing stipend and relocation assistance provided
- Industry work experience with challenging and meaningful assignments
- Networking opportunities and exposure to senior leadership
- Formal and informal personal and professional development activities
- Project-specific training
What We’re Looking For:
Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who demonstrates their ability to take initiative to drive results, execute goals, and creatively navigate through tasks in a team environment. While expressing a desire to develop both technical and leadership capabilities, in a manufacturing environment, to further their career and have a long-term impact on Owens Corning.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or relevant STEM major and or field
- Previous relevant internships/co-ops in a manufacturing setting
- Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
- Willingness and flexibility to relocate. Relcoation assistance provided.
LOCATION OF ASSIGNMENT:
Participants are based at various manufacturing sites in the US.
About Owens Corning
Masonite is now proudly part of Owens Corning. Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses – Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.
Nearest Major Market: Irving
Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas