WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
Ready to kick-start your engineering career with real impact?
At CertainTeed, we don’t just manufacture building materials — we help shape the future of sustainable construction. At our Ottawa Plant, innovation meets hands-on experience, and that’s where you come in.
We are looking for one motivated and curious Engineering Co-op Student in Process to join our team for a 12-month term filled with learning, problem-solving, and meaningful projects.
This is not a typical co-op — you will be fully involved in real operations and projects:
- Acquire and use practical and technical knowledge of the processes related to Manufacturing of Insulation
- Collaborate with the technical and operations teams to analyze and improve existing manufacturing processes.
- Complete tasks related to monitoring/trending and troubleshooting manufacturing processes
- Assist with troubleshooting and solving problems related to process efficiency and product quality.
- Assist in investigations through data compilation and statistical analysis to determine root cause to atypical events
- Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods to monitor process performance and identify opportunities for optimization.
- Support the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and process flow diagrams.
- Compilation and analysis of process data. Presenting results and preparing reports
- Assist in designing, testing, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and product quality.
- Use of SAP enterprise software to source information and navigate business operations
You will also gain exposure to capital projects and advanced manufacturing technologies in a fast-paced environment.
Key Details
- Start Date: Fall 2026
- Duration: 12 months
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
What We’re Looking For
You are a driven engineering student who wants to learn, contribute, and grow:
- Must be a registered University Internship student within an Engineering Discipline and in good standings
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Software
- Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) software tools
- Strong industrial and mechanical design aptitude is preferred
- Must possess strong critical thinking, problem solving, analyzing, and examining skills to find the best solutions to various situations
- Proven Health and Safety accountabilities
- Lean manufacturing training and experience
- Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in English
- Use of SAP enterprise software is an asset.
Previous exposure to Lean Manufacturing or industrial environments is an advantage.
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience with real engineering challenges
- Exposure to automation technologies and industrial systems
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and leaders
- Insight into a large-scale manufacturing environment
- A strong foundation for your future career
TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN
Certainteed, a proud subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, stands tall as part of the world's largest building materials company. With a 360-year legacy of innovation and growth, Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction; renowned for pioneering product development and spearheading of environmental responsibility in the construction and industrial markets.
Our commitment to excellence has earned Saint-Gobain North America recognition from the Top Employer for the 10th consecutive year as one of the best workplaces in North America one of only 17 companies around the world to receive this certification. Join us at Business Unit and be part of a future where innovation meets sustainability!
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants upon their request. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
BENEFITS IN JOINING US
Certain provinces require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates, the base pay for this position ranges from 22.50$ to 26$ per hour. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to education, experience, skills and qualifications as they relate to the role.
