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Quality Engineer Co-op Spring 2027

CompanyCarboline
LocationCleveland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Quality Co-op will assist in performing routine product quality tests and managing lab documentation to ensure compliance with specifications. They will also lead small quality improvement projects involving data collection, analysis, and root cause investigations.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
$21 - $26
Company Size
1064
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Operating from a position of global leadership, Carboline is considered the standard of quality high-performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products. For over 75 years, Carboline has combined innovative product development with technical knowledge and experience to provide superior protective coating solutions around the world. Carboline prides itself on offering a comprehensive line of coatings, linings, and fireproofing products. Our U.S. industrial service center and warehouses, worldwide manufacturing locations, and hundreds of technical sales team members located across the globe are ready to serve you. Our sales engineers match the coatings technology with our customer's needs and expectations, and confidently provide solutions that are proven and reliable. We don't recommend a product on the shelf. We work with our customers to provide the products and solutions that best fit the project or application. Our experience in doing this, coupled with the broadest product line offering in the industry, is a winning combination that keeps customers happy. Carboline's focus on performance and our wide range of market experience in various industrial and commercial markets sets us apart from the competition. If you have a problem, chances are we've solved it.
About the Role

Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG), part of RPM International Inc., unites industry-leading building envelope solutions manufacturers, service providers and trusted brands—including Tremco, Nudura, Dryvit, Willseal, Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. and Weatherproofing Technologies Canada—to deliver comprehensive, integrated building systems. With operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, India and Latin America, Tremco CPG has a global presence supported by regional businesses and distributors who understand local market needs for commercial, industrial and residential construction and restoration projects.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: 

The Quality 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, 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 the quality team in performing routine tests accurately and in a timely manner to determine if the products meet product specifications and approve products 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 projects for quality improvement through testing, data collection, and analysis.
  • Other tasks and projects as assigned.

EDUCATION  AND EXPERIENCE:

  • High School diploma required.
  • Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in good academic standing, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical focus preferred)

COMPENSATION:

  • The hourly rate for applicants in this position generally ranges between $21.00 and $26.00. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 

Key Skills
Quality testingProcess validationData collectionData analysisRoot cause investigationCorrective actionsLab safety5S methodologyManufacturing processesPolyurethane sealantsCoatings
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingConstruction