Engineering Co-op

　　Date: 23 Jan 2024

　　Posting End Date:

　　Location:

　　North Charleston, SC, US, 29418

　　Company: Everris NA Inc

　　Job Description

　　ICL is a global leader in the Bromine, Potash, Phosphates and Growing Solutions markets. More than 12,000 talented employees across 30 countries in 5 continents work tirelessly to support humanity’s most crucial needs. Our employees are helping to feed the world’s growing population and provide better and safer industrial solutions that improve quality of life and even save lives.

　　Location: North Charleston, South Carolina

　　ICL Specialty Fertilizers has two manufacturing plants near the Charleston, South Carolina area; one in North Charleston and one in Summerville. This position will report to both sites for the spring and summer semesters. The facilities manufacture controlled release fertilizer brands Osmocote®, Agroblen® and Agrocote®.

　　Semester(s) Offered: Summer/Fall (May – December 2024)

　　Scope: The position is intended for a self-motivated individual. Someone interested in all aspects of how a manufacturing facility operates. There will be involvement in capital projects from design to install, maintenance, production, scrap recovery, contractor oversight, and environmental improvements. In this role, you will be involved in maintenance planning/scheduling as well as process improvements. This job will include getting quotes, managing contractors, lean manufacturing principles, working with the employees on the floor, and ensuring overall safety is encompassed.

　　I’m interested! What will I get to do in this position?

　　Assist with identifying improvements and optimizing processes through changes to equipment, systems, practices and procedures

　　Assist with identifying opportunities, developing and coordinating plant projects to improve process capabilities, safety and competitive position

　　Coordinate troubleshooting, de-bottlenecking and plant tests with other personnel

　　Assist with performing technical and economic evaluations of alternative processes and determine relative costs compared to existing processes

　　Assist with monitoring environmental regulations and performance against regulations

　　Participate in plant safety activities including maintenance planning

　　What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

　　Pursuing a B.S. degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

　　Completed sophomore year in college

　　Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

　　Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization

　　Ability to set priorities, manage multiple projects and demonstrate strong attention to detail

　　Highly motivated and eager to learn

　　Strong computer skills

　　Ability to relocate if not local

　　Why Intern at ICL?

　　Real-world experience working on meaningful projects that impact the company

　　Relocation/housing assistance for those living 50+ miles from the ICL location

　　Paid holidays

　　Casual dress (jeans)

　　Volunteering opportunities

　　Exposure to senior leadership

　　Development through our Intern/Co-Op Development Program

　　Potential for full-time job offer

　　EEO-USA

　　Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabilities