Quality Engineer Co-op Spring 2027

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

Job summary

Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG), part of RPM International, is seeking a Quality Co-Op to learn and contribute to polyurethane sealants and coatings manufacturing. The Co-op will spend significant time in the lab and on the plant floor, focusing on safety, product quality testing, process validation, and improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, data collection, root-cause analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to prevent defects and support continuous

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical).

Responsibilities

• Assist quality team in routine tests 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

High School diploma

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

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.