Continuous Improvement Engineering Co-op

Marmon Holdings, Inc.

. Support the deployment, evaluation, and implementation of Lean at the Marmon Transportation Group .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeUnited StatesEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement, with a focus on process optimization, waste reduction, and performance measurement. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and providing training and coaching to enhance operational excellence.

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Lean MethodologiesContinuous ImprovementValue Stream MappingProcess OptimizationMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Lean ToolsRoot Cause AnalysisWaste ReductionPerformance MeasurementSolidWorksFusion 360CAD Packages

Soft Skills

LeadershipInfluencing OthersRelationship BuildingInitiativeAccountability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordSharePointSmartsheet

Industry Keywords

KaizenImpact EventsProcess ImprovementAutomationManagement Review

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the deployment, evaluation, and implementation of Lean at the Marmon Transportation Group
Promote and facilitate continuous improvement methods, including Lean tools, root cause analysis, and waste reduction
Improve safety, quality, performance, and cost
Work directly with and influence employees at all levels within the plant
Collaborate with local teams to identify process gaps and implement process improvement activities
Manage Lean transformation activities and projects at a plant
Collaborate with the automation team to optimize processes and help justify automation projects
Facilitate and execute Value Stream Maps and Kaizen/Impact Events through ideation, pre-work, delivery, follow-up, and sustainment
Facilitate conversations and maintain accountability for action items
Provide training, coaching, and mentoring on continuous improvement methods and Lean tools
Coach process owners on engineering and Lean methods for operational excellence
Establish performance measures and provide regular progress reports
Work with site leadership to assess critical sites and business needs
Partner with process owners to deliver results and achieve future-state objectives
Participate in regular Management Review meetings
Manage business travel, project prioritization, and communication with direct leadership
Develop personal and plant competency plans for continuous improvement methods and Lean tools

Requirements

What you’ll need

Energy, enthusiasm, and initiative to create programs and drive outcomes while balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to lead and influence others without formal control to achieve desired results
Ability to travel 20-50% to other facilities/shops
Willingness to relocate to different business units for different co-op terms
Independent, self-starter ability to build relationships and earn trust
Ability to prioritize work based on potential impact, business needs, personal schedule, and coworkers’ schedules
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, SharePoint, and Smartsheet
Previous Lean/Automation experience, including jobs, internships, co-op assignments, class projects, or extracurricular groups preferred
Working knowledge of SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or other CAD packages preferred
Preference to work multiple semesters
Desire/motivation to work 4-12 hours a week during the school year before and after the co-op with a multi-term commitment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more