Part-Time Student - Factory Engineering - East 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, including disabled & veterans. Primary Location: United States (US) - Illinois - East Moline Function: Factory Engineering (CA) Title: Part-Time Student - Factory Engineering - East Moline, IL - 125432 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 Manufacturing Engineering PTS supporting the X9 Combine Assembly Line, located in East Moline, IL, you will play a hands‑on, shop‑floor‑first role focused on execution, ownership, and results. Additionally, you will: * Provide daily Manufacturing Engineering support to ensure the X9 Combine Line meets safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency targets. * Act as the first responder to shop floor issues, working directly with operations to quickly diagnose problems and drive corrective actions. * Identify and implement process improvements that move the business forward rather than maintaining the status quo. * Support investigation of production and quality issues, helping identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions. * Improve manufacturing processes through updates to operator methods, work instructions, tooling, material presentation, and workstation layouts. * Support implementation of product and process changes, ensuring smooth integration into production. * This role requires strong ownership, comfort operating in a fast‑paced environment, and a willingness to step into challenging situations to support the business. VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this position ## What Skills You Need * Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Software Programming or Computer Science Discipline; Others may apply. * Must be registered as a full-time student at a U.S. local accredited college/university. * Graduation date of Spring 2027 or later. * Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above. * Available to work during the academic year 10-20 hours/weekly. * Available to work during the summer semester 30-40 hours/weekly. * Must be able to commute to the work location in East Moline, IL on a daily basis year-round. ## What Makes You Stand Out * High Sense of Urgency * Experience in manufacturing or building things * Excellent Communicator 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 * 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 * Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations * Charitable contribution match * Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use * Vacation and Holiday Pay $15 - $40 hourly based on published rates for business function and education level. Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL Must be 18 years of age or older to apply The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines. The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control. ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of 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.