About the role#
Irving Tissue is looking for a Manufacturing Engineering Co-op student for the Winter 2027 term. This position is based in Macon, Georgia. You will work approximately 40 hours per week in an on-site capacity.
What you'll do#
- Lead projects focused on equipment reliability and uptime.
- Manage waste reduction initiatives and conduct root cause failure analysis.
- Develop and maintain preventive maintenance systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality, safety, and paper making staff.
- Coordinate with external vendors providing specialized services.
- Engage directly with the operators who manage our manufacturing assets.
- Align teams to create new processes, procedures, and policies.
- Run trials for new products and efficiency improvements.
- Gain exposure to first-quartile assets within the tissue manufacturing business.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a 4-year Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering degree program.
- Completion of at least 2 years of your engineering degree.
- Fluency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
- High level of professionalism and the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work in a highly organized manner with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Location & details#
- Location: Macon, Georgia, USA.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Work Modality: 100% on-site.
- Status: Paid, full-time position.
- Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
About J.D. Irving, Limited
J.D. Irving, Limited is a family-owned company founded in 1882. It operates across Canada and the United States in sectors including forestry, shipbuilding, retail, and food processing. The company maintains head offices in Saint John and Moncton, New Brunswick. It employs over 10,000 people across its diverse business segments.
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