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Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op

Saint Paul, Minnesota

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Job ID 60086 Funktionsbereich Produktion & Fertigung Vollzeit/Teilzeit Vollzeit, Teilzeit möglich Einstiegslevel Studierende

Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op

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Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op
White Bear Lake

About Heraeus

Making displays foldable? Helping hearts beat with medical innovations? Or breathing new life into precious metals? As a family-owned global technology group we help our customers to always being one step ahead.


About Heraeus Medevio

Together we improve lives. At Heraeus Medevio, we bring lifesaving and life-changing medical devices to market through partnerships with medical device manufacturing companies. Backed by Heraeus Group, we are committed to the growth of our teams and organization by providing an open space for open minds.

To reach our vision of improving 100 million lives every year, we foster a culture of curiosity that thrives on challenge, continuous learning, growth, and the opportunity to try new things. With sites in the United States, European Union, and Asia, and over 2,200 employees worldwide, together, we will meet tomorrow's challenges today.

Program Summary

A Co-Op position at Heraeus Medevio offers students an 8-month (May 2027-December 2027) hands-on, immersive, and project-based experience in R&D and Operations engineering fields. Engineering Co-Ops work under the guidance of experienced engineers to contribute to real-world projects in areas like design, testing, manufacturing, or product development. Co-Ops can expect to work on medical device innovations while receiving professional mentorship and industry exposure. This will be an on-site position in our White Bear Lake, MN location. Occasional travel to the Fridley, MN location may be needed.

Position Summary

The Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op supports operational excellence by optimizing processes, layouts, and staffing to improve scalability, quality, and cost efficiency. The Continue Improvement Engineer Co-Op will also drive continuous improvement initiatives through LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies, cost/benefit analysis, and cross-functional collaboration.

What You’ll Do Every Day:

  • Provide general support to the optimization of process flows, line layouts, staffing, and workstation design to improve product scalability and accommodate changes in product volume.
  • Participate in driving process improvements on new and existing products to improve capability, repeatability, quality, and cost using LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Support conducting cost/benefit analysis for changes to processes and/or equipment as part of the identification, evaluation, and prioritization of support for operational improvement opportunities.
  • Review and support the Medevio CAPTURE program to evaluate, prioritize, and implement continuous improvement opportunities identified by various individuals from all cross-functional groups across the facility.
  • Participate in other operations and continuous improvement team meetings and activities.
  • Respond to changing priorities in a timely manner.
  • Other duties assigned as required.

What We’re Looking For: 

  • Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering or comparable Engineering program.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Ability to work full-time onsite during the duration of the co-op.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as an effective team member.
  • Driven to learn more about real-world application of academic engineering concepts.

Medevio is committed to providing competitive total compensation and benefits packages. The expected hiring range for this position is between $20.00/hr and $26.00/hr based upon the position and is subject to variation based on the number of years of school completed. This is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. Base salaries are determined by taking a variety of factors in account, including, but not limited to, candidate qualifications, geographic locations, market conditions and internal equity. Our total compensation package for interns and co-ops may also include eligibility for a 401(k) plan with company match and paid time off.

Curious? Apply now!

Heraeus is proud to be an employer that provides equal access to opportunities for all its employees. We provide fair and equal consideration to all qualified applicants, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other legally protected characteristic. A diverse and inclusive culture is at the heart of our Vision, Mission, and Values. We are dedicated to cultivating a workforce that reflects a broad spectrum of cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives.

We participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility after hire. Learn more at www.e-verify.gov

Any further questions?

If you need any assistance or have questions, please contact hrdirect-americas@heraeus.com or visit our website at jobs.heraeus.com.


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