Manufacturing Process Engineering Co-op in Appleton

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Fall term: August 2026 - December 2026)

Your Impact

As a Process Engineering Co-Op at Appvion, you will gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, working with advanced machinery and dedicated professionals to deliver world-class direct thermal paper and film products to a global customer base. You’ll be paired with a senior engineer mentor and have the opportunity to own meaningful projects while contributing to plant operations, process improvements, and problem-solving initiatives. Exceptional co-ops may be considered for full-time employment upon graduation.

Job Snapshot

• Position Type: Temporary, Part Time
• Location: Appleton, WI
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday during normal business hours (occasional nights/weekends as needed)
• Career Opportunity: Potential for full-time hire after graduation

What You'll Be Doing

• Assist with safety-related concerns and follow all manufacturing safety policies and procedures
• Respond to operational upsets, including machine downtime, off-quality material, or field complaints requiring investigation
• Collaborate with hourly and salaried personnel in the plant to maintain smooth operations
• Work with other departments, such as Marketing and R&D, on business initiatives and cross-functional projects
• Prepare and summarize accurate run reports across different unit operations

What You'll Bring

• At least 2 years of undergraduate experience in Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, Bio-Based Products Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience
• Strong curiosity, self-motivation, and attention to critical details
• Ability to apply engineering principles to solve manufacturing problems and improve processes
• Safe work habits around heavy equipment and powered industrial vehicles
• Adaptability to a dynamic environment with rapid developments
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate effectively across plant and company teams

Who Is Appvion?

We are the North American leader in specialty and high-performance coatings for thermal label and film applications.

Founded in 1907, Appvion innovates sustainable specialty coating solutions that are a part of many tickets, tags, labels, and packages consumers touch daily. Our solutions leverage a unique blend of proprietary processes and technical expertise to provide crisp imaging, which ensures reliable barcode scannability and consistent image quality for pressure-sensitive and non-pressure-sensitive applications. Appvion brands include Resiste®, Alpha®, PolyTherm®, Royale®, and OPTIMA®.

What We Offer You

• Co-Ops are eligible for the following benefits:
• Housing stipend of $500 / month.
• Complimentary access to our 24/7, onsite fitness center.
• $150 voucher toward the purchase of steel-toe shoes upon acceptance of employment.

Appvion provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to , , , , , , status, genetics, protected veteran status, , or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a , you may contact human resources at recruiter@m2sgroup.com.

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