Scientist Intern (SA Lab) Spring 2027

Pilkington North America Inc.; Northwood (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Pilkington North America Inc. is seeking a student to support the SA Lab team by preparing and analyzing samples and documenting results. The role emphasizes hands-on lab work with FTIR, spectrophotometry, and profilometry, plus adherence to SOPs and safety standards.

The position offers exposure to ISO-compliant record-keeping and potential plant-trial participation near Northwood, OH. The candidate should be pursuing a science or engineering undergraduate degree with strong analytical skills,

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in a scientific or engineering field.
• Demonstrated hands-on technical skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Ability to work in team environments.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Demonstrated commitment to safe and ethical behavior.

Responsibilities

• Independently operate fragile SA Lab equipment (e.g., Lambda 1050, FTIR, Profilometer).
• Prepare samples for analysis and deliver to SA Lab during trials.
• Analyze coating samples and report results.
• Maintain accurate records and lab notebooks per ISO standards.
• Follow SOPs and ensure safety and 5S in the SA Lab.
• Attend plant trials near Northwood as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

MS Office

Hands-on technical skills

Education

Pursuing undergraduate degree in science or engineering

Tools

Lambda 1050 Spectrophotometer

FTIR

Profilometer

5S

Job description

The purpose of this position is to support the SA Lab staff as they complete the analysis of samples prepared by the TFT- Team. Support will include preparing samples for analysis; completing the analysis; preparing documents or spreadsheets required to present the information collected; and finally storing the samples for easy retrieval in the future. The successful candidate will be flexible as duties can change quickly and able to multitask as many of the tasks can be run simultaneously.

Essential Functions:

• Independently operate fragile SA Lab equipment, Lambda 1050 Spectrophotometer, Haze Gard, Colorsphere, FTIR, Four Point Probe, and Profilometer.
• Samples may include CVD coated products, plant trial samples, customer generated samples and standard products from stores.
• Make suggestions for improved operation of using equipment.
• Report laboratory equipment problems
• Follow procedure to prepare samples for FAAS analysis.
• Adhere to SOP’s developed for SA Lab equipment.
• Continuously explore ways to improve safety of all aspects of SA Lab operation.
• Safely handle chemicals according to SDS standards
• Maintain 5S in the SA Lab
• Maintain accurate and detailed records (e.g., laboratory notebook and documents) in accordance with ISO9001:2000 standards.
• Analyze coating defects submitted by Manufacturing or Sales & Marketing as requested.
• Participant in weekly MSC analysis and enter into ERS as directed
• Characterize CVD coated glass samples using Development Center instruments.
• Be available to attend plant trials if close to Northwood.
• Deliver samples to SA Lab during trial.
• Help wherever possible in cold end; following requests of Lab personnel.
• Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Passion for Excellence
• Customer Focused
• Safety and Quality Focused

Qualifications Required:

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in a scientific or engineering field
• Demonstrated hands-on technical skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving aptitude
• Ability to work in team environments
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated commitment to safe and ethical behavior

Qualifications Desired:

• Experience in industrial laboratory environment
• Experience with handling hazardous chemicals
• Self-starter with strong desire for learning and improvement

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NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

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