JOB DESCRIPTION



GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:


The Process Engineer Co-Op will have the opportunity to learn, experience, and contribute to the operations of the polyurethane sealants and coating manufacturing process.

The Co-op will develop an understanding of the relationship between the manufacturing process and various support teams with a focus on safety, product quality testing, and process validation and improvement.

This position will spend a significant amount of time in the lab and on the plant floor.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist quality team in performing routine tests accurately and timely to determine if the products meet product specifications and approve product for shipping and filling.
• Manage retain room filing and disposal.
• Sustain lab 5S (QC lab and retain room).
• Participate in product quality projects with root cause investigations and effective corrective actions with the goal of preventing customer complaints and reducing internal rework.
• Lead small project for quality improvement through test, data collection, and analysis.
• Other tasks and projects as assigned.

• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in good academic standing, pursing a bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical focus preferred)

• Previous internship or co-op experience is preferred but not required

• Ability to effectively communicate with operators, engineers, and managers
• Possess an understanding of process variance and the resultant effects on quality
• Knowledge of applied statistics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in the office and on the plant floor