Quality Control Intern (Gelest; Morrisville, PA)

Mitsubishi Chemical Group • Morrisville, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Gelest, Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is seeking a Quality Control Intern to join our Quality Control team for the summer. The Quality Control Intern will be responsible for preparing, analyzing, and documenting test results for raw materials, in-process, and final samples.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of basic wet chemistry techniques, analytical instrumentation, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to safely handle and dispose of flammable and/or corrosive chemicals.
• Ability to effectively follow plans and written procedures to adhere to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• Ability to identify problems in a timely manner and communicate them effectively to supervisor.
• Ability to react professionally under pressure and to treat others with respect.
• Ability to write reports and complete analytical notebooks.
• The ability to follow directions and instructions.
• The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
• Must be able to read instructions and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) documents to determine hazards.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a science related field.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Wear personal protective equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze specialty silanes, silicones, metal organics, acrylates, and other specialty chemicals in relation to their specifications.
• Run basic analyses using Spectrometers, Gas Chromatography (GC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC), Karl Fischer (KF), Viscometers, and wet chemistry.
• Input analytical data into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to ensure proper product release or disposition
• Adhere to all procedures for daily operations of the Quality Control Laboratory.
• Communicate with the Laboratory Supervisor to ensure information is shared in a timely manner.
• Log samples for testing and retains.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED