Manufacturing Engineering Co-op
Kyle
Experience Information
Employer: MillerKnoll
Job Title: Co-op
Major: Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering
Received Credit: Yes
Paid: Yes
Abroad: No
Description of the Organization
MillerKnoll is a leading global designer and manufacturer of furniture for homes, offices, and public spaces. The company is known for its iconic designs and commitment to quality. MillerKnoll focuses on blending functionality with modern aesthetics to shape inspiring environments.
Description of the Tasks/Projects Completed
I provided support to the production floor by addressing real-time issues and minimizing operational disruptions. I analyzed machine capacity to optimize production targets. I developed a performance tracking system using Excel and Python to monitor key metrics like downtime and output, which helps engineers identify what issues are most important to address. I created detailed process instructions to standardize operations, reduce errors, and empower team members to solve problems independently.
Skills/Knowledge Gained Through The Experience
I learned a lot about using Microsoft Excel and Python to make data gathering and processing more efficient and useful.
Favorite Part of the Experience
I really enjoyed leaning more about coding to solve real world problems.
How the Experience Influenced Future Career Goals
I hadnýt considered a career that involved so much programming and data analysis before this co-op experience, but now I definitely would.
Internship Format
In Person