Logistics Innovation and Continuous Improvement Co-op (Jan 2025)

Overview

A good student experience is never hands-off. We believe in creating an environment where students really can learn by doing during their time with us and where they are given their own areas of responsibility from the start. That’s why you are treated as part of the team from day one and are encouraged to bring your own ideas to the table.

Description

The objective of this co-op is to improve Logistics INNOVATION with Business Case Realization (Cost / Benefit Ratio / Justification). IMPACT Digitalization of Logistics with AI, BI, and Data Analytics (IT configurable). 

The qualified intern should expect to contribute & improve in the following functions:

• Find and implement solutions for more effective processes in Greer Packing Plant Logistics.
• Work with Greer Packing Plants in all Warehouse Functions (Goods Receiving, Packing, Goods Issue, Quality, Yard, & others).
• Improve Daily Operations including Processes, Training, Tools, and Digitalization.
• Implement solutions with IT incl. SAP, Android Devices, Autonomous Devices, and AR / VR.
• Lead Electronic Board and Data Transparency, Usage of Statistics, and Problem Solving.
• Work with Teams to determine Process Improvements.
• INNOVATION with Road Shows, BMW IT Academy, and Strategic H.R. Partnerships.
• Improvement of specific processes working with IT to develop SAP Programming.
• Implement storage solutions with electronic devices (Geofencing investigation).
• Strategic Application of RFID and Readers.
• Microsoft Power BI and Power APP’s.
• Top 5 Enabler Projects, APP Approval Board, and Complaint Compliance Board.
• Evaluate non-SAP IT Solutions potentials.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or IT preferred.
• Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (not just in major).
• Have full-time status at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States.
• Completed at least 30 credit hours at the time of application.
• Ability to complete 3 alternating work terms for co-op positions. 
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week).
• Transfer students must have a GPA from their current university.
• Must attach a copy of unofficial transcript.
• Complete and pass a substance abuse test before the work term. 
• The work term dates are January 13th - May 16th, 2025.