Quality Engineer Co-op Spring 2027

RPM SPG; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG), part of RPM International, offers a Quality Co-Op position focused on learning the polyurethane sealants and coatings manufacturing process. The role emphasizes safety, product quality testing, process validation, and hands-on lab and plant floor work.

The co-op will spend time in the lab, contribute to root-cause investigations, and drive improvements through data-driven projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical).
• Experience or exposure to quality testing and lab environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist quality team in routine tests to verify product specifications and approve products for shipping.
• Manage retain room filing and disposal.
• Sustain lab 5S in the QC lab and retain room.
• Participate in quality projects with root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Lead small quality-improvement projects through testing, data collection, and analysis.
• Handle other tasks and projects as assigned.

Skills

Quality testing

Education

High School diploma

Pursuing bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION 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 or Mechanical)

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.