Quality Intern

Conwed; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Mativ is seeking a Quality Engineer Intern/Co-op to support the Minneapolis plant’s quality assurance activities under the Quality Manager. You will verify test data, assist in developing manufacturing work instructions, and lead investigations into nonconformances and customer complaints.

The role involves reviewing production data, supporting root-cause analysis, and helping implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled and pursuing a degree with a concentration in Quality Assurance/Quality Engineering/Manufacturing Management or Quality Management.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and data handling abilities.
• High initiative, curiosity to learn and improve processes.
• Ability to analyze information, synthesize findings and communicate results effectively.

Responsibilities

• Verify startup parameters against Standard Operating Conditions; resolve differences with operations.
• Review 1st batch data and highlight/discuss discrepancies with plant staff.
• Audit roll-level production test results and identify root causes with the team.
• Support production line startup and product changeovers; escalate when needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Initiative

Education

Pursuing degree in Quality Assurance/Engineering/Manufacturing

Tools

Excel

Job description

Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The Company offers a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that connect, protect, and purify our world.

The Quality Engineer Intern/Co-op will work under the supervision of the Quality Manager at our Plant in Minneapolis to ensure that product quality meets our customer and company specified requirements. The QualityEngineer Intern/Co-op will be responsible for final disposition of product which complies with specifications.Additionally, the Quality Engineer Intern/Co-op will verify the quality test results obtained by production staff, assistwith development of manufacturing work instructions, final product testing processes, production validationmethods, and product certification documents. The Quality Engineer Intern/Co-op will lead investigations into the root cause of assigned internal nonconformances and customer complaints.

Primary Responsibilities

• Verify recorded machine start-up parameters against parameters documented in Standard OperatingConditions documentation. If differences exist, highlight the differences, understand the cause(s) of thedifferences and work with the operations team resolve the differences.
• Verify test data from 1st roll of each production batch. Highlight differences between data results or work withother members of the plant staff to resolve.
• Audit roll level production test results during production runs. Highlight any differences between the testresults and understand the root cause of the differences. Work with plant personnel to resolve thosedifferences.
• Monitor line start up process and product change process. Serve as a resource for the production team if theyhave questions regarding testing. Assist with the technical escalation process as needed to resolve the issueor assist production team obtain the required authority to discontinue production.
• Lead a technical team assigned to review and disposition internal nonconforming materials in a timelymanner. Summarize the team's final disposition and the rationale for that decision. Investigate the root causefor the nonconforming materials and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Under the direction of the Quality Manager, conduct investigations into the root cause of assigned customercomplaints. Develop and implement corrective actions to eliminate root cause and prevent recurrence. Verifyeffectiveness of the implemented corrective actions. Report results of the investigation to the customer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Individual must be currently enrolled and working toward a degree with a concentration in Quality Assurance,Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Managerment or Quality Management.
• Student will need to have completed a minimum of 1-full year of course work with preference for individualswho have completed 2-full years.
• Preference is a minimum 3.0 GPA in your academic field of study.
• Must have solid Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel.
• Ideal candidates will possess high initiative and drive, with a curiosity to perpetually learn and improve ourbusiness.
• Key requirements include the ability to analyze information to find opportunities, effectively synthesize andcommunicate findings, and work collaboratively in a team setting.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Mativ, our benefits reflect how much we value and care for each other. We know that employees and their families have unique needs, so our comprehensive benefits offer flexibility, quality, and affordability. Here are just a few of the ways we support your well-being and that of your loved ones:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Consumer-Driven Health Plan (CDHP)
• Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
• Exclusive Provider Organization (EPO)
• Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
• Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Employee assistance programs - available 24/7 to you and your family
• Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance

ABOUT MATIV

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The company connects, protects, and purifies the world every day through a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that solve our customers' most complex challenges. We manufacture on three continents and generate sales in nearly 100 countries through our family of business-to-business and consumer product brands. The company's two segments, Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions, target premium applications across diversified and growing end-markets, from filtration to healthcare to sustainable packaging and more. Our broad portfolio of technologies combines polymers, fibers, and resins to optimize the performance of our customers' products across multiple stages of the value chain. Our leading positions are a testament to our best-in-class global manufacturing, supply chain, and materials science capabilities. We drive innovation and enhance performance, finding potential in the impossible.

Mativ and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.