Lean Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering Co-op - Spring

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Job Description Summary The Lean Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering Co-Op in Madison will have the opportunity to learn and eventually teach Lean, driving problem solving and continuous improvement throughout the site. Work will incorporate aspects of daily management, short-term problem solving, and long-term projects and kaizen events tied to the Madison Transformation Plan. Key focuses include developing processes to support Safety and Efficiency of Anesthesia Production Line, transforming the production and flow of test assembly stations, and the incorporation of the Heartbeat Business System. Job Description Job Description Details In addition to the above, improvement opportunities they support may include: operation work sequence operation work content work-in-process inventory material handling problem solving training daily management The Co-Op will learn and teach others Lean tools such as: 5S Visual Management Setup Reduction Value Stream Mapping Standard Work Error-Proofing Co-Ops will also have opportunities for training, networking, and best practice sharing both internal and external to the Madison site. Required Qualifications Enrollment at an accredited college or university (Bachelor's preferred) Target majors include Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations Management Excellent communication skills and ability to articulate technical problems in clear and simple terms Strong initiative and ability to work independently and in teams Team player with strong interpersonal skills, capable of working within a diverse team Desired Qualifications Prior intern or co-op experience in the manufacturing space, preferably on a shop floor Demonstrated analytical ability Proven leadership skills and experience Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Creative problem solving skills and ability to think outside the box Why Join Us? At GE HealthCare, we’re building a healthier world - powered by operational excellence. As a Co-Op, you’ll gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to a global organization that values innovation, inclusion, and integrity. We offer competitive compensation, relocation assistance (if applicable), and a culture that supports learning, growth, and impact. Additional Information Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We do not sponsor employment visas for this role. GE HealthCare employees are expected to embody our values: humility, transparency, focus, ownership, and integrity. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees. Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes