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Manufacturing Data & Analytics Co-Op - Spring 2027

Flex · Libertyville, IL · $20.00–$34.00 an hour · Full time

Posted Sep 18, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a Power BI dashboard or similar report you built.

What they are checking: Whether they have built something real that people used to make decisions.

How would you explain a data finding to a production supervisor who does not like charts?

What they are checking: Whether they can make data simple and useful for people on the floor.

Tell me about a time you worked on a project with an unclear goal.

What they are checking: Whether they ask questions and define the problem before diving into analysis.

What would you do

The downtime numbers in your dashboard do not match what operators report. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they go to the floor and check the data source instead of trusting the system blindly.

About the work

What is OEE, and how would you calculate it from production data?

What they are checking: Whether they understand availability, performance and quality, which drive most of this co-op's dashboards.

How would you write a SQL query to get daily scrap by machine?

What they are checking: Whether they can group, filter and join data, which this role uses every day.

What is the difference between an X-bar chart and an R chart?

What they are checking: Whether they understand SPC charts that track process center and spread.

What does a Cpk value tell you about a process?

What they are checking: Whether they understand process capability, which matters for precision medical parts.

How have you used Python to clean or analyze data?

What they are checking: Whether they can automate data work rather than only working in spreadsheets.

What would you need to start a predictive maintenance analysis?

What they are checking: Whether they think about the data, sensors and failure history needed to predict breakdowns.

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Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world. A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary. Job Summary 

 To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Manufacturing Data & Analytics Co-Op located in our Libertyville, IL site. Reporting to Process & Automation Engineering Team, the student will support manufacturing data analysis, OEE tracking, dashboard development, and SPC charting across molding and coiling operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams. What a typical day looks like: • Develop Power BI dashboards for OEE, downtime, scrap, and cycle time • Write SQL queries to extract production data • Use Python for data analysis and automation scripts • Create and maintain SPC charts (X-bar, R, Cpk analysis) • Support coiler data collection integration • Assist with predictive maintenance analytics initiatives • Attend team meetings to support project work as needed Student qualities we’re seeking for this Co-Op assignment: • Junior/Senior student pursuing Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Computer Engineering, or Systems Engineering major • Proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation • Strong SQL skills for data extraction • Experience with Microsoft Power BI for dashboards • Basic knowledge of statistics • Understanding of manufacturing KPIs (OEE, downtime, scrap, cycle time) • Exposure to data collection and predictive maintenance concepts • Previous manufacturing internship experience a plus! Co-Op Program Requirements: • Ability to work 40 hours/week (in person) during the Spring 2027 co-op assignment • Currently enrolled in 4-year accredited university • 3.0 GPA 

 Application Deadline: Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume. Job Posting Start Date 09-18-2026 Job Posting End Date 09-25-2026

 The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity. Pay Range $20 - $34 Hourly Job Category Intern Relocation: Not eligible Is Sponsorship Available? No Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email accessibility@flex.com and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

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