Quality Lab Co-Op

About Momentive Technologies

Momentive Technologies applies advanced materials science to design and manufacture ultra-high-performance quartz materials, quartz crucibles, and ceramic products that are vital to a variety of high-growth end markets, including the silicon and compound semiconductor industries, electronics, and aerospace components. These solutions enable the production of logic and memory chips, power control devices and multiple systems for electric vehicles, integrated circuits, power control devices, data servers, and aerospace applications.

Recognized for the purity, performance, consistency and stability of its products, Momentive Technologies has been delivering innovative solutions for over 130 years and continues to impact emerging trends like electrification, digitalization, renewable energy and artificial intelligence. The Company, headquartered in Strongsville, Ohio, has operations across the globe and serves customers in more than 30 countries. For more information, visit www.momentivetech.com

Quality Laboratory Co-op

The Quality Laboratory Co-op is a hands-on opportunity for students pursuing a STEM degree to gain real-world experience in an industrial quality laboratory environment. Working alongside experienced laboratory technicians, engineers, and quality professionals, the co-op will support testing, inspection, data analysis, and continuous improvement activities that help ensure products meet customer and company quality requirements.

This position is ideal for students who have completed laboratory-based coursework and are interested in applying scientific and analytical principles in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) policies and procedures at all times.
• Perform laboratory testing and inspections on incoming, in-process, and finished materials under supervision.
• Prepare samples for testing and analysis.
• Record, verify, and report test results accurately using company systems and laboratory documentation practices.
• Assist with operation, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Support process engineers, laboratory technicians, and quality personnel with investigations and improvement projects.
• Enter and analyze data using Microsoft Excel and other laboratory software tools.
• Assist with maintaining test logs, control charts, and quality records.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe laboratory environment.
• Complete special testing requests and other assignments as directed.

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline such as:
  • Chemistry
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Or a related scientific or engineering field
• Completed college laboratory courses involving hands-on experimentation, testing, measurement, or data collection.
• Ability to accurately document results and follow standard procedures.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous internship, co-op, undergraduate research, or laboratory experience.
• Experience using analytical or testing equipment.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis, SPC concepts, or data analysis tools.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, quality, or research laboratory environment.

Key Relationships

• Quality Lab Manager
• Quality Technicians
• Process Engineers
• Quality Manager
• Operations Personnel

Our Quality Lab Co-Op will earn an industry-leading hourly wage with eligibility for overtime pay when applicable.

EEO Statement

We treat all our associates and candidates as equals. We require all associates and managers to do so too and comply with employment laws and regulations. All personnel actions are conducted in the spirit of equal employment. We are committed to recruit, train, promote and retain associates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

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