Operational Excellence Co-Op

Role: Support Business Excellence and continuous improvement initiatives within a biopharma manufacturing environment, focusing on process optimization and waste reduction using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Responsibilities: assist in process mapping, value stream analysis, project planning, and participate in Kaizen events; support certification projects, benchmarking, and visual management tools; contribute to training material development and cross-departmental collaboration. Requirements: pursuing a Bachelor's in Engineering (third year preferred), with a minimum GPA of 2.8; basic knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and data analysis tools. Preferred skills include strong analytical, organizational, and communication abilities, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and familiarity with statistical software like Minitab. High-value specifics: role centered on continuous improvement within biopharma manufacturing, emphasizing operational excellence; collaboration across Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering. Work setup is on-site in Wilson, NC, with no explicit travel requirements noted.