Continuous Improvement Engineer Co-Op

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Aptar Group

Posted 3 months ago

Internship

Mukwonago, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on support to Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing teams using structured problem-solving and root cause analysis. Lead small projects and implement process changes to enhance plant operations and cost-saving initiatives.

Qualifications

You are a sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. You have experience with or a willingness to learn AutoCAD and are proficient with Microsoft Office applications. You can adapt to a fast-paced manufacturing environment and possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job Description

Co-Op Term duration: May 2026 - August 2026, or May 2026 - December 2026 

APTAR --- WHO ARE WE?

At Aptar, we use insights, design, engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers, and in turn, make a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of people around the world.

Every day, Aptar creates “a-ha moments” for its customers and their consumers by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems, including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess, as well as development of medical devices which aid the consumer in dispensing of medicine.

We have manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and South America and over 13,000 dedicated employees in 18 different countries.

JOB ELEMENTS & POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide hands-on support to the Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing teams.
  • Participate in Aptar’s continuous improvement process by using structured problem-solving techniques.
  • Perform root cause analysis to help solve problems in the manufacturing process.
  • Lead small projects & improvement activities to enhance processes throughout the plant.
  • Assist in implementing machine & process changes that support continuous improvement.
  • Contribute to cross-functional teams focused on cost-saving initiatives & operational improvements.
  • Assist with statistical analysis, solution verification, & validation of improvement countermeasures.
  • Participate in 5S audits & support ongoing 5S improvements across the plant.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Sophomore, Junior, or Senior pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Quick learner who can adapt & perform well in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Self-motivated & confident, with the ability to take initiative & drive tasks forward.
  • Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work effectively both independently & in cross-functional groups.
  • Experience with—or willingness to learn—AutoCAD or similar design software.
  • Excellent organizational & time-management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple work streams simultaneously.
  • Proficiency with computers & Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.
  • Strong written & verbal communication skills.
  • All other duties as assigned.

LOCATION: The student must be able to commute to our site in Mukwonago, WI.

HOURS: This is a Monday - Friday schedule, working approximately 40 hours per week.

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Aptar Group

Every day, Aptar creates “a-ha moments” for its customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems, including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment. Aptar is a global leader in drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies. Aptar serves a number of attractive end markets including pharmaceutical, beauty, food, beverage, personal care and home care. Using market expertise, proprietary design, engineering and science to create innovative solutions for many of the world’s leading brands, Aptar in turn makes a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of millions of patients and consumers around the world. Aptar is headquartered in Crystal Lake, Illinois and has over 13,000 dedicated employees in 20 countries. For more information, visit www.aptar.com. All of Aptar's current job openings are found at jobs.aptar.com. Job applicants should be aware of recruiting scams on the Internet and social media platforms. The scammers frequently use a company’s logo and photos or the names of its executives to give the appearance of legitimacy. The fraud targets job seekers and uses false and fraudulent offers of employment with legitimate employers, like Aptar, to steal from the victims. No applicant for employment with Aptar is ever required to pay any money as part of the job application or hiring process. In addition, Aptar’s recruiting staff sends email communications to job applicants from email addresses with the “@aptar.com” domain name only. To read more about recruiting fraud or to report an incident please see Aptar's Recruiting Fraud Statement. https://aptar.com/careers/recruiting-fraud-statement/
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