Supply Chain & Operations Student Co-Op – Year-Round (Halstead, KS)

Company Description

THE COMPANY

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

ContiTech is one of the world’s leading industry specialists. The Continental group sector offers its customers connected, environment-friendly, safe and convenient industry and service solutions using a range of materials for off-highway applications, on rails and roads, in the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the furniture industry. With about 39,000 employees in more than 40 countries and sales of some 6.4 billion euros (2024), the global industrial partner is active with core branches in Asia, Europe and North and South America.
 

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Job Description

THE POSITION

Supply Chain & Operations Student Co-op
Year-Round | Multiple Semester Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and analytical student to join our Supply Chain team in a year-round Co-op opportunity. This position is designed to continue across multiple semesters, providing the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in supply chain and materials management within a real-world manufacturing environment.

As a Co-op on the Supply Chain team, you will support activities related to material planning, production planning, inventory management, purchasing, logistics, and supply chain performance. You will gain hands-on experience using business systems and data to help ensure materials are available to support production and customer requirements.

You will collaborate with Supply Chain, Operations, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to analyze supply chain processes, resolve material and inventory challenges, improve efficiency, and contribute to projects focused on cost, service, inventory accuracy, and operational performance.

Schedule: Year-round opportunity; expected to continue across multiple semesters. Schedule will be coordinated around the student's academic requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with material and production planning activities to support manufacturing requirements.
• Monitor material availability, inventory levels, and potential shortages that could impact production.
• Support inventory management activities, including inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and analysis of excess or obsolete materials.
• Assist with purchasing and procurement activities, including purchase order tracking and supplier follow-up.
• Support monitoring of supplier deliveries, lead times, and supplier performance.
• Assist with receiving, warehouse, and logistics activities as needed.
• Collect, analyze, and report on supply chain data and key performance indicators.
• Utilize SAP and Microsoft Excel to research, analyze, and maintain supply chain information.
• Help identify opportunities to improve material flow, inventory accuracy, scheduling, and overall supply chain efficiency.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and process improvement projects.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and other departments to identify and resolve supply chain issues.
• Document findings and present project updates, recommendations, and results to Supply Chain and Operations leadership.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. Students must be at a minimum sophomore standing with a GPA of 2.8 or higher.
• Basic understanding of supply chain, inventory management, logistics, or manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Interest in working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job opening.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Coursework or experience related to supply chain management, logistics, operations, procurement, or inventory management.
• Experience with SAP, ERP systems, or other supply chain management software.
• Experience with Microsoft Power BI, data visualization, or other analytical tools.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, purchasing, or logistics experience.
• Experience working with inventory, production planning, or material requirements.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or process improvement methodologies.
• Experience completing data analysis or process improvement projects.

Additional Information

WHAT WE OFFER

• Paid, year-round Co-op opportunity with competitive hourly compensation.
• Opportunity to continue the Co-op across multiple semesters while completing your degree.
• Hands-on experience working within a manufacturing Supply Chain organization.
• Opportunity to contribute to real-world supply chain, inventory, planning, and process improvement projects.
• Mentorship from experienced Supply Chain and Operations professionals.
• Exposure to supply chain processes from material planning and purchasing through production, inventory, and logistics.
• Cross-functional experience with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations teams.
• Opportunity to develop experience with SAP, Excel, Power BI, and other business systems.
• Networking opportunities and potential consideration for future full-time opportunities in Supply Chain and Operations.

Students from locations outside of the United States must be employed by Continental in their home country or actively enrolled in a Continental-sponsored international intern program to be considered for a Co-op in the United States. The Company does not sponsor visas for international Co-op students.

ContiTech, Halstead Facility will not offer relocation for this Co-op.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.