Vertex Fall 2025 Co-op

Job Description

The Vertex Co-op Program offers students the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry from a hands-on perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. When you join our co-op program you should not be surprised to see that our environment is one that is innovative and team oriented, where collaboration is not just a word, and "we are relentless" is in everything we do. Students can expect to be challenged by their project plan, connect with other co-ops, and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will co-ops learn about their day-to-day tasks through their specific work assignments, but they will interact and have exposure to our organizational leaders and their teams.

Job Summary:

The Operational Excellence Co-op will provide support for manufacturing, process development, supply chain, quality, and analytical development by performing process cycle time studies, process data collection, value-stream mapping, root cause analysis activities, process standardization activities, 5S activities, documentation updates, and routing documentation through the quality management system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Measure critical performance indicators such as process yield, lead time, machine outputs, product/process flow to foster data driven decision making.
• Participate in and/or lead root cause investigations using facts to drive robust solutions to complex problems.
• Analyze data to show trending of performance over time.
• Assess processes and build reports to communicate current state measures.
• Utilize and develop Lean/6σ competencies to drive improvements to manufacturing processes.
• Author and submit revisions to controlled documents.
• Author and revise records in the quality management system to support changes.
• Deliver training to personnel as required.

Qualifications:

• Ability to examine an issue from diverse perspectives (safety, compliance, automation, equipment, process, and people) to best understand and resolve the root cause.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate effectively.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and team skills.
• Excellent communication skills and detailed note taking ability.
• Experience with Office 365 Suite of programs (SharePoint, Excel, Word, Teams)
• Microsoft Vizio and Power BI experience a plus.
• Understands basic principles, methodologies and concepts related to continuous improvement.
• Lean 6σ education/experience a plus
• Manufacturing experience a plus.
• Working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Management).
• Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future. Please note that Vertex does not provide sponsorship for internships or entry level roles within this part of the organization. 
• Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before July 2025
• Candidate must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from July - December 2025

Program Dates: July- December 2025, Full Time

This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex.  The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer.

Company Information

Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.

Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]