Job Details Level Entry Job Location 615 - Zeeland, MI Position Type Internship Education Level High School Job Shift 1st shift Job Category Engineering Manufacturing Engineer - Co-Op 2026 (Panels) Plascore is seeking aManufacturing Engineering Co-op to join our Panels team for2026. Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and cleanrooms. Plascore's light weight, industrial strength, honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace, automotive, and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization, fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing. Job Summary: Assist engineers in design, cost analysis, daily operations, analyzing the manufacturing process and procedures, recommending solutions and support the engineering staff. Key Responsibilities: + Implement design or efficiency improvements on existing equipment. + Design and perform various experiments on the products and processes to improve quality and consistency of the products. + Facilitate 5S projects in production + Contact suppliers regarding availability and technical performance of components and raw materials. + Work with other engineers in problem solving team and quality related design issues. + Solid analytical skills. + Interface and work closely with engineering, operations, and maintenance. + Involvement with data flow diagrams/technical diagrams. + Create and/or update drawings in CAD programs. + Co-ops will work in a manufacturing environment to complete projects designated by the leader. + Participate in projects. + Participate in improving our product, processes, equipment, and methods. + Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times. + Continually look for ways to improve job efficiency and performance. + Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned + Assist in the documentation generation and control of drawings and tooling, manufacturing instruction, preventative maintenance procedure, engineering reports + Assist in the evaluation of new technology and devising of new machines, methods, and processes to improve profitability, quality, cycle time and safety Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op Qualifications Job Qualifications: + Participate in improving our product, processes, equipment, and methods + Current student pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering + Must be able to work well independently and be self-directed + Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills + Good math and analytical skills + Current student pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering + Must be able to work well independently and be self-directed + Excellent written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills + Good math and analytical skills Additional Requirements: + Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). We are an EEO employer dedicated to workforce diversity.