Vertex Fall 2025 Co-op - Operational Excellence

Vertex Fall 2025 Co-op – Operational Excellence

Ability to examine an issue from diverse perspectives (safety, compliance, automation, equipment, process, and people) to best understand and resolve the root cause.
Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate effectively.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and team skills.
Excellent communication skills and detailed note taking ability.
Experience with Office 365 Suite of programs (SharePoint, Excel, Word, Teams)
Microsoft Vizio and Power BI experience a plus.
Understands basic principles, methodologies and concepts related to continuous improvement.
Lean 6σ education/experience a plus
Manufacturing experience a plus.
Working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Management).
Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships or entry level roles within this part of the organization.
Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before July 2025
Candidate must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from July – December 2025.

Measure critical performance indicators such as process yield, lead time, machine outputs, product/process flow to foster data driven decision making.
Participate in and/or lead root cause investigations using facts to drive robust solutions to complex problems.
Analyze data to show trending of performance over time.
Assess processes and build reports to communicate current state measures.
Utilize and develop Lean/6σ competencies to drive improvements to manufacturing processes.
Author and submit revisions to controlled documents.
Author and revise records in the quality management system to support changes.
Deliver training to personnel as required.