Metallurgy Co-Op (Muskegon, MI)

Role details

Description

CWC Textron, LLC, is an iron foundry located in Muskegon, Michigan. Founded in 1908, we supply camshafts and crankshafts for the automotive and aftermarket industries. Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and iron camshafts and crankshafts. Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen.

We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what's possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We can\`t wait getting to know you and share more about our values and local benefits.

What awaits you:

• Problem solving – Be a member on multi-disciplinary teams utilizing lean methodologies to solve production and scrap issues.

• Process improvement – Develop and execute tests for improvements to the quality and cost performance of production processes

• General – Metallurgical quality audits, process walks, and production process monitoring in both foundry and melting departments

• Authority to investigate, assess and report on any nonconforming process or product

• Get hands-on experience managing sample heats for raw material changes

• Metallurgical review of defects from both internal and external customers

Qualifications

What you'll need to succeed:

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Metallurgy, Quality Systems Management or other related discipline

• Preference given to candidates who possess skills in Data Integration, Software Development, Thermal Management, and Materials Science

• Previous manufacturing experience is an asset

• Microsoft application skills

• Excellent oral and written communications skills required

Benefits

What you will get to help you succeed:

• Lump sum stipend at the beginning of the co-op for use towards temporary or permanent housing expenses.

• Competitive Wage

• Practical experience working on projects that are critical to the business

Recruiting Timeline: Applications for this position will be accepted from January 1st through January 31st, 2027. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: CWC Textron, a division of Textron Primary Location: US-Michigan-Muskegon Job Function: Quality Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Internship / Co-Op Shift: First Shift Job Posting: 11/09/2026, 1:07:11 PM Job Number: 337857