Industrial Engineer Co-Op
Company: Confidential - Natural Resources
Location: Flowood
Posted on: February 8, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Ergon, Inc. seeks an Industrial
Engineering Co-Op in Flowood, MS . The Industrial Engineering Co-Op
supports operational and production teams by applying industrial
engineering principles to improve efficiency, quality, cost, and
delivery performance. This role provides hands-on experience in
process improvement, facility layout design, lean manufacturing,
and cross-functional project collaboration. The co-op will
contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while gaining
practical exposure to manufacturing operations, engineering tools,
and technical documentation standards. Key Responsibilities Assist
with designing and improving layouts of equipment, materials, and
workspaces to maximize efficiency; support implementation of
approved changes Apply industrial engineering tools and
methodologies to improve process capability, eliminate defects,
improve on-time delivery, and achieve cost-saving targets
Facilitate and promote Lean Manufacturing methodologies across
production activities and work processes Participate in
cross-functional project teams focused on continuous quality and
process improvement Conduct time studies, motion studies, capacity
analyses, and utilization studies Identify, analyze, and implement
improvements related to cost reduction, quality enhancement,
workflow optimization, and delivery performance Participate in
assigned operational and engineering projects as needed Organize
information and prepare customer-facing written deliverables in
accordance with the Ergon Procedure Writer's Guide Confer with
customers and subject matter experts to determine technical content
and requirements Edit and revise technical, operational, and
administrative documents prepared by other contributors Position
Qualifications Minimum 3.0 GPA required Ability to commit to three
consecutive semesters in the co-op program Current enrollment as
sophomore in Industrial Engineering degree program Strong teamwork
and collaboration skills Effective verbal and written communication
skills Knowledge of AutoCAD preferred Ability and willingness to
travel as required Strong organizational skills and attention to
detail Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a
team-based environment What You'll Gain Hands-on experience in
refinery operations and engineering applications Exposure to
real-world operational data and process improvement initiatives
Opportunity to collaborate with operations, maintenance, and
engineering teams Development of analytical, technical, and
professional skills in an industrial environment Practical
experience supporting continuous improvement and capital projects
At Ergon Inc., we live by our core values: Empowered Service :
Together, we're committed to delivering unparalleled service. We do
what's right, provide solutions, and foster stronger relationships
with our teams and customers. Employee safety is our top priority
and the first consideration in all aspects of our service. That's
empowered service. Selfless Leadership : We lead with compassion
and put those around us before ourselves. We don't say we're
experts; we demonstrate it through technical expertise, category
innovation, and care for what we do. We call this selfless
leadership. Purposeful Growth : We believe employee and company
growth go hand in hand. We build our legacy together to ensure
future success through purposeful growth. The company has
continually reinvested tremendously back into the business, not
just growing for the sake of growing but growing carefully and
strategically. Respectful Relationships : Together, we foster a
culture of respect, acceptance, and diversity of ideas and people.
Our differences make us stronger. We're united by our shared
values, constantly forging respectful relationships. Come and join
the Ergon team! We are an EEO/AAP employer. Job Role: Industrial
Engineering Co-Op Location: Flowood, MS Job Posted by
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