Coop Experience at UCC
Taylor
Experience Information
Employer: Uniform Color Company
Job Title: Jr. Project Engineer
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: Yes
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
Uniform Color Company (UCC) manufactures high quality custom color concentrates for the thermoplastics industry. In markets where color control and consistency are critical � automotive, furniture, appliance, cosmetics and housewares � we are a preferred supplier, known for precision color, technical expertise and outstanding product performance.
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
Helped plan a water system upgrade. This included calculating cooling requirements for machines, pipe sizes, flows, etc. I drafted layouts for the entire project. I modified a piece of equipment to fit the new systems need. This project was also implemented in UCCs Mexico plant, which I visited to verify calculations and drawings. Also helping in planning and designing of a new plant to be built in Georgia.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
Project management, design, leadership, work ethic, team player, plumbing, welding, manufacturing process, cooling systems.
Favorite Part of the Experience
The process of planning and designing a project, discussing the project with contractors and colleagues, getting the project approved, and watching the project come to life as you envisioned it.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
This experience has greatly increased my desire to become an engineer and continue in my education to reach that goal.