Information Technology Manufacturing Applications Co-op (Quinnesec and Escanaba, MI)

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This is a full-time co-op paid position is within our Manufacturing Applications, Reporting, and Analytics team for a duration of 7-8 months.  The co-op will interact with the other members of the applications team as well as business users to design, develop, configure, enhance, and support both new and existing applications and reporting systems.

Opportunities available in our mills in Escanaba and Quinnesec, MI

Key Accountabilities:

• Support end users in the use of Billerud’s applications
• Develop and enhance both new and existing applications and reports
• Migration/conversion of existing applications, reports, and/or interfaces
• Deliver projects as assigned
• Development of application process maps and other procedural documentation
• Research new technologies to solve business problems
• Routine progress reports to IT leadership
• Participate in IT cross-functional or project teams as needed
• Complete university requirements for co-op program

Required Skills:

• Skilled at using Microsoft Windows and Office Suite
• Understanding of application development process
• Understanding of database design and architecture
• Commitment to working safely

Required Experience:

• Currently enrolled in 4-year IT related degree (Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Analytics, or equivalent)
• Must have completed Sophomore year
• Experience working on a team
• Experience delivering projects
• Strong communication skills and ability to read, write, understand, and follow technical documentation
• Commitment to quality customer support
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to relate to all levels of the Billerud organization
• Must demonstrate initiative and be self-motivated
  Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills:

• SQL Server Database technology experience
• Visual Studio or similar development experience
• Experience in a manufacturing or logistics environment
• Programming experience in any language

Must be available to work either January-August or May-December

Billerud NA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Why us?  

• Be part of a Dynamic team within Billerud
• An opportunity to contribute to a more sustainable future 
• Development and career opportunities 
• Performance-based bonus, occupational pension and a number of different benefits according to company policy. 
• Opportunity to hybrid working according to company standard.   

Our recruitment process may include interviews, recruitment test, reference checks and alcohol & drug test.