Part Time Student - Quality Engineer - Waterloo, IA

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) - Iowa  - Waterloo  
Function: Factory Engineering (CA)
Title: Part Time Student - Quality Engineer - Waterloo, IA - 110863 
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 Part Time Student for John Deere Waterloo Works located in Waterloo, IA, you will….

 

• Identify, analyze, and implement process improvements across the order fulfillment process to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure quality standards are met consistently.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain quality control systems and procedures to ensure that products meet established quality standards and customer requirements throughout the production and delivery processes.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, operations, and supplier quality, to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.

 

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

What Skills You Need

 

• Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited university
• Graduation date of May 2026 later
• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above
• Available to work during 16-20 hours/weekly during the academic year
• Available to work during the summer semester 35-40 hour/ weekly
• Must be able to commute to the work location as needed.

What Makes You Stand Out

 

• Good interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience with Microsoft Office software including Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to work in cross-function groups and a team environment.

Education

 

Ideally you will have a degree or equivalent related work experience in the following:

 

• Manufacturing Tech, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering; others may apply

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