Lab Scientist Intern: Coatings Analysis & Equipment Prep

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Northwood (IA)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 52,000

Part time

12 days ago
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Job summary

NSG Group/Pilkington in Northwood, IA seeks an undergraduate student to support the SA Lab team with sample preparation, analysis, and documentation. You will operate delicate lab instruments, prepare materials for FAAS analysis, and help maintain 5S and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a science or engineering degree with hands-on technical skills, strong analytical abilities, and teamwork mindset.

Qualifications

  • Pursuing an undergraduate degree in a scientific or engineering field.
  • Hands-on technical skills with laboratory equipment.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
  • Ability to work in team environments.
  • Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication.
  • Commitment to safe and ethical behavior.

Responsibilities

  • Independently operate SA Lab equipment such as Lambda 1050 Spectrophotometer, Haze Gard, Colorsphere, FTIR, Four Point Probe and Profilometer.
  • Prepare samples for FAAS analysis and analyze coating defects as requested.
  • Maintain accurate and detailed records in accordance with ISO9001:2000 standards.
  • Maintain 5S in the SA Lab and follow safety procedures.
  • Attend plant trials near Northwood and deliver samples to the lab when required.
  • Report laboratory equipment problems and suggest process improvements.

Skills

Hands-on skills
Analytical skills
Teamwork
Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in science/engineering

Tools

Outlook
Word
Excel
PowerPoint

Job description

NSG Group/Pilkington in Northwood, IA seeks an undergraduate student to support the SA Lab team with sample preparation, analysis, and documentation. You will operate delicate lab instruments, prepare materials for FAAS analysis, and help maintain 5S and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates are pursuing a science or engineering degree with hands-on technical skills, strong analytical abilities, and teamwork mindset.

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