Consumable Engineer Co-op Chemical

Nova Biomedical Corporation; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible work arrangements

Tuition reimbursement

Generous PTO and paid holidays

401k company match

Professional development and events

Job summary

Nova Biomedical in Waltham, MA, is seeking a Consumable Engineering Co op Chemical to assist engineering staff and manufacturing with on‑time shipments of high‑quality products. This 6‑month program targets currently enrolled engineering students and supports documentation, validations, and process improvements.

The role emphasizes collaboration across departments, startup of new equipment, and participation in pilot runs, with a pay range of 23–27 USD per hour and on‑site work schedule.

Qualifications

• No work experience required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are desirable.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills are desirable.
• Strong time management skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in creating and revising manufacturing documentation (AP, TP, OI, OP drawings and artwork).
• Assist in assessing components for form, fit and function of nonconforming product.
• Participate in IQ/OQ/PQ validations, DOE, PFMEA, process validation and continuous improvement studies.
• Support startup of new equipment and pilot runs for new or modified products.
• Support process improvement efforts and provide direct manufacturing support.
• Interface with Manufacturing, R&D, QA/QC, Marketing, Accounting, Purchasing, Planning and Distribution.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Nova Biomedical One Global Brand One Vision Together under one name Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand Nova Biomedical marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers By combining our strengths were accelerating innovation supporting critical workflows and delivering world class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets

Job Summary

The Consumable Engineering Co op Chemical will assist the engineering staff in providing technical floor support to the reagent manufacturing operations and other consumable manufacturing areas to ensure on time shipments of high quality products at an acceptable cost This position is a 6 month Co op program for currently enrolled engineering students

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in creation and revision of all forms of manufacturing documentation AP TP OI OP Drawings and Artwork which conform to Quality System Regulations QSRs and ISO Standards
• Assist in assessing components for form fit and function of nonconforming product
• Assist in development and execution of Installation Qualifications IQ Operational Qualifications OQ Performance Qualifications PQ Validations Design of Experiments DOE Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis PFMEA Process Validation Master Plans and Continuous Improvement StudiesEvaluations
• Assist in startup of new equipment for existing or new processesassemblies
• Assist with pilot runs to evaluate new and modified products and processes
• Assist with process improvement efforts
• Assist with providing direct support to manufacturing operations
• Interface with other departments including Manufacturing R&D QAQC Marketing Accounting Purchasing Planning and Distribution

Experience Requirements

• No Work experience required
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite desired
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills desired
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills desired
• Strong time management skills desired

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Able to stand walk and move for extended periods
• Capacity to lift and carry up to 2550 pounds as required
• Comfort with performing repetitive physical tasks
• Able to bend reach stoop or climb as needed
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions eg noise temperature equipment
• Proficiency in operating tools machinery or technical equipment
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment PPE required

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

Flexible Medical Dental & Vision Coverage Competitive 401k company match Bonus Program Generous PTO and paid holidays Generous Tuition reimbursement Hybrid and flexible work arrangements Professional development engagement and events Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood MA Billerica MA and Westbrook ME offices Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham MA office

Work Location

On site in Waltham

Work Schedule

Monday Friday 8AM 5PM

Targeted Salary Range

23 27 per hour

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do including compensation The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidates experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location skills and education

About the Company

At Nova Biomedical were not just building instruments were powering breakthroughs that improve lives Our smart science driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Novas cutting edge innovation forming a powerhouse of precision purpose and possibility With FDA registered ISO certified manufacturing more than 125 FDA approvals and industry trusted diagnostics were setting new standards in quality and reliability Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic IVD instrumentation dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham Massachusetts and a global team of nearly 2000 employees were building a collaborative empowered culture grounded in shared values Customer Centricity Ingenuity Ownership & Accountability Collaboration and Integrity Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission driven organization where your contributions matter Whether youre in engineering science manufacturing or support youll be part of a team that values innovation invests in your growth and is committed to making a real world impact on global health Explore whats next with us at novabiomedicalcom

EEO Statement

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment hiring assignment promotion compensation and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race religion color national origin citizenship sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression veteran status age mental or physical disability genetic information or any other protected class Privacy Policy httpswwwnovabiomedicalcomprivacy policy