Part-Time Student - Quality Engineering - Moline, IL

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

 

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois  - Moline  
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Part-Time Student - Quality Engineering - Moline, IL - 111788 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided.

 

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND.

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Quality Engineering Student for John Deere Seeding Group located in Moline, IL, you will:

 

• Provide support to the Quality Engineering team at John Deere Moline Seeding, learning what it takes to be a Quality Engineer at John Deere.
• Support quality planning, quality control, quality containment, or quality improvement activities.
• Primary support will be in our Paint and supplier non-conforming departments, but activities could take you into any corner of the factory.
• Assist team with designing or implementing new technology and applications.
• Working with operators and engineers to identify and solve quality issues.

 

 This position is not available to students on immigration visas

What Skills You Need

 

• Pursing a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or similar discipline
• Ability to work 16-20 hours weekly during the academic year
• Ability to work 30-40 hours during the summer semester
• Strong communication skills
• Well organized with effective time management skills
• Graduation date Spring of 2026 or later

What Makes You Standout

 

• Statistical analysis classes or courses
• Experience working in a team and influencing without authority
• Problem solving skills or training (such as Six Sigma training)
• Experience farming or using Agricultural products, especially for planting

 

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
• Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
• Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
• Adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition assistance<