Quality Engineering Intern: Process & Data Improvement

MKS Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Sick time

Vacation days

Job summary

MKS Inc. is seeking a Quality Co-op/Intern in the Optical Sensing Products division to partner with Production Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to support production by assisting with in‑process audits, analyzing data, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

You will report to the Quality Engineering Manager. This 4‑month internship/co‑op offers meaningful work with hands‑on projects, exposure to multiple divisions, and opportunities to develop

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Understanding of process checks, compliance verification, or inspection activities
• Ability to work with Excel, SPC charts, Pareto analysis, or basic statistics
• Familiarity with structured problem‑solving tools used in quality engineering
• Ability to identify process deviations and document findings accurately
• Clear written and verbal communication for reporting and team discussions
• Basic understanding of production workflows and process controls
• Ability to work effectively with operators, engineers, and supervisors

Responsibilities

• Assist with in‑process audits on the production line to verify compliance with work instructions, process controls, and quality standards.
• Collect production and quality data to identify trends or abnormalities.
• Support quality improvement projects focused on reducing defects, improving yield, and enhancing process capability.
• Participate in root‑cause investigations using tools such as 5 Whys or Fishbone diagrams.
• Monitor key quality indicators and escalate issues when deviations occur.
• Prepare audit notes, data summaries, and quality reports to support engineering decisions.
• Collaborate with production operators, supervisors, and quality engineers to resolve issues and maintain product quality

Skills

Excel proficiency

Statistical analysis

Root-cause analysis

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or diploma in Quality/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SPC charts

Pareto analysis

Basic statistics

Job description

MKS Inc. is seeking a Quality Co-op/Intern in the Optical Sensing Products division to partner with Production Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to support production by assisting with in‑process audits, analyzing data, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

You will report to the Quality Engineering Manager. This 4‑month internship/co‑op offers meaningful work with hands‑on projects, exposure to multiple divisions, and opportunities to develop