Associate Category Engineer
lancesoftChicago (IL)
About the role
Title:
Associate Category Engineer Location: Chicago, IL Duration: 3 months Role Expectations Show a strong work ethic and ability to learn new processes and systems. Develop the knowledge necessary to assess the impact of various product changes on the factory. Analyze risk and make critical decisions that will directly affect factory performance. Assist in evaluating investments necessary to bring in various changes to the factory and in communicating with the broader team. Collaborate with different functions of the business (Operations, WCM, R&D, Procurement, Planning) and align on execution plans to ensure excellent project delivery. Communicate effectively with operators and mechanics to execute factory trials Ability to juggle multiple projects and trials at the same time while ensuring seamless execution on all. Ability to convey and simplify complex technical concepts to various stakeholders inside and outside of the factory. Organize and prioritize project work to ensure efficient success What We're Looking ForPursuing or recently obtained an undergraduate degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Controls/Automation Engineering. Open to adjacent degrees such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc. Commitment to the role from May 2026 to August 2026Co-Op or internship experience in FMCG/Client. Manufacturing experience a plus Experience You Will Receive In this role, you will not just implement projects-you'll also be able to share your ideas with the factory team and have the opportunity to bring some of those ideas to life! Some other great experiences you'll learn may include (and more): Work in a thrilling, fast-paced manufacturing environment for a global company. Work on projects that impact one of the fastest dressings lines in the world. Implement creative solutions. Invigorate a passion for food production at large scale. Develop skills to communicate effectively with people from different backgrounds. Create a network of amazingly talented individuals both inside the factory.
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