Operations IT Co-Op (August 2025)

• Investigate and Troubleshoot: Proactively address hardware and network issues on the shop floor ensuring minimal disruption to manufacturing processes.
• Engage with Shop Floor Personnel: Regularly communicate with machine operators technicians and other shop floor staff to understand IT challenges and gather feedback.
• Collaborate with Digital Operations: Work closely with the Digital Operations team to understand and implement digital solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency.
• Support Local IT Initiatives: Assist the local IT team in various projects ranging from equipment setup to software updates ensuring alignment with plant operations.
• Documentation: Maintain and update IT documentation ensuring that any changes or updates to hardware or software are accurately recorded.

• You like to solve problems work with people in a manufacturing environment and are going to school for an IT or related degree.

• Currently enrolled in an Information Technology Computer Science Engineering or related degree program.
• Basic understanding of IT hardware networking and software.

• Possess problem-solving skills and a keen interest in technology applications within manufacturing.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing setting and interacting with shop floor personnel.

At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectivesbecause we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

Why Work in the Greater Cleveland Area

Our facility is located in Elyria OH (our world headquarters) which is conveniently located within driving distance to Cleveland. The areas generally low costs of living excellent school systems and low crime rates create a family-friendly environment. The area is home to several growing communities with restaurants festivals shopping and arts scenes that make them exciting places to live and work

About Our Location

Since the invention of the modern pipe wrench in 1923 the 25-acre RIDGID world headquarters in Elyria OH has been developing tools that help trades professionals tackle jobs faster safer and more accurately. Today more than 600 employees work in 734K sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space. The campus is also home to a factory tool service center and a state-of-the-art schoolhouse training center that educates and trains hundreds of tradespersons addition to the iconic wrench the campus manufactures RIDGID battery hydraulic tools pipe and electrical tools and drain cleaning components as well as Greenlee step bits and knock-out tools. Emersons Professional Tools business provides the industrys broadest portfolio of advanced reliable tools and technologies for the mechanical electrical and plumbing trades.