Production Engineering Co-Op (Machine Maintenance) - Muscatine, IA

Join our Team as a Production Engineering Co-Op - Machine Maintenance!

The Role:

We’re seeking a motivated Production Engineering Co-Op - Machine Maintenance to join our team in 2027! This offers hands-on experience in Maintenance department, where you’ll work on meaningful projects and gain insight into Maintenance performance, You’ll collaborate with the Maintenance Engineering team, as well as mentors and leadership, building skills that will help launch your career!

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Analyze equipment failure history and optimize preventive maintenance (PM) programs to improve reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Develop SAP-based dashboards to track key maintenance KPIs and provide data-driven insights for continuous improvement.
• Create, update, and standardize maintenance procedures, work instructions, and process documentation to support ISO certification requirements.
• Assist maintenance technicians with equipment drawings, troubleshooting guides, and visual work instructions to improve problem-solving and prevent recurring equipment failures.
• Play a key role in the annual plant-wide summer shutdown, working alongside engineers, contractors, and maintenance professionals to execute major equipment overhauls and capital projects

What We’re Looking For:

• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related post-secondary program.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with SAP, Power BI, AutoCAD, or Microsoft Power Apps is considered an asset.
• Availability to be onsite full-time at our Muscatine, IA location for a co-op assignment for one of the following durations: Spring - Summer, Summer only, or Summer & Fall.

What Sets You Apart:

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges

Where and When You’ll Work:

• This is an in-person role located at our Muscatine, IA office—ideal for those who thrive in a hands-on, team-oriented environment

What You’ll Get in Return:

Wage - $20.00 - $30.00+ per hour. Compensation depends on the selected candidate’s education and experience.

Early Career Benefits:

• Paid Housing (furnishings, utilities, & Wi-Fi included) — eligibility limited to employees residing 50+ miles outside the work location
• Hands-On Experience in Maintenance Engineering
• Mentorship from Experienced Professionals
• Direct Exposure to Senior Leadership & Executive Team
• Company-Sponsored Events & Intern Socials
• Paid Community Service Hours
• Mental Health Advocate Services
• Best in class work culture!

Big Name | Big Opportunities | Life is Better at Toyota

Toyota Material Handling North America (TMHNA), the industry leader in forklift sales, comprises two main brands: Toyota Material Handling and The Raymond Corporation. We believe investing in the best people, products, and processes will fuel our future success, and we will always be driven by our foundational principles of “respect for people” and “continuous improvement”. With opportunities across North America, we are confident you will find the right position within TMHNA that can help you build a long, fulfilling career.

Learn more here: https://www.toyotaforklift.com/careers https://careers.raymondcorp.com/careers

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