Fall Co-op - Lab Technician, UltraPure
Chemtrade•Cairo, OH
•$19 - $22•Onsite
About The Position
Chemtrade is seeking a Chemist/Lab Technician Co-op to support our team. This role is ideal for students in their 2nd year or beyond pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering. The Co-op will gain valuable hands-on experience in chemical manufacturing, lab analysis, process optimization, safety practices, and technical documentation.
Requirements
- 2nd/ 3rd Year Chemistry Student
- Minimum GPA: 3.0 / 4.0
- Duration: May 2026 - August 2026
- Proficient in all areas of engineering, computers, and engineering programs as expected from a chemical engineering student.
- Good organization and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Responsibilities
- Analysis of product sampling based upon customer requirements as scheduled. Utilizing lab instrumentation such as ICP-MS, UV/VIS and Auto titrator
- Assist with lab testing, equipment calibration, and maintaining lab records
- Analyze metals contaminants in a Class 10 or Class 1,000 cleanroom
- Analyze Ultra-Pure samples with an ICP-MS at PPT (Part Per Trillion) and PPQ (Part Per Quadrillion) levels.
- Perform troubleshooting and scheduled maintenance on instrumentation.
- Work with other team members including cross-functional personnel toward the solution of concerns and opportunities for improvement by participation in continuous improvement projects and events using Lean Six Sigma tools such as 6S and Kaizen.
- Participate in internal and external audits.
- Support the site’s safety culture through active participation in safety programs and initiatives
- Perform sample collection and basic chemical analysis on process streams
- Support data collection for material balances and chemical usage tracking
- Participate in investigations of process anomalies or improvement opportunities
- Collaborate with the operations and engineering teams on small-scale process or lab projects
- Assist with the generation or revision of SOPs, JSAs, and line/equipment labeling
Benefits
- family-friendly benefits
- opportunities for career growth and advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
