Quality Engineering Coop
POSITION SUMMARY
The Quality Engineering Co-Op is responsible for the safe and timely completion of projects and tasks, as assigned by appropriate reporting department manager.
JOB FUNCTIONS and COMPETENCIES
Listed below are the essential job competencies/roles and responsibilities for this position.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Procedure Development
Develops testing plans & procedures
Evaluate new test methods
Health & Safety
Follows all Health and Safety policies and procedures including wearing appropriate PPE when required and promptly reporting unsafe behaviors or work conditions. Participates in all scheduled safety training.
ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES
Creativity
Applies creativity and originality in the work setting, when appropriate. Suggests or applies new ways of addressing ongoing work issues and challenges. Sees possibilities that others have not yet seen, or combines ideas and approaches suggested by others in a unique manner that results in breakthroughs and improvements. Understands when to be creative and when to stick with what exists now.
Dependability
Makes and fulfills commitments. Has established a pattern of working independently, meeting reasonable deadlines, and accepting responsibility for his or her actions. Willingly makes promises and fully intends to keep them. Arrives at work on time and ready to contribute. Shows up for meetings well-prepared.
Seeking Feedback
Tends to seek out feedback for the purpose of improving work performance and listens to such feedback with an open mind. Leaves those who provide feedback satisfied that they have been heard and that their suggestions will be put to use.
Versatility
Is able to take on a variety of different tasks and roles in the organization. Can move in a relatively seamless manner from one task or focus to another and can fill in for other team members when they are absent or are experiencing work overload.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Formal training and knowledge required, equivalent to High School Education. Applies general clerical/trade knowledge and skills. Understands basic methods, records, specifications and/or equipment within own work unit
WORK EXPERIENCE
Requires no prior experience, or less than one year of experience
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Routinely communicates both verbally and/or in written format with internal personnel. Communication may also include level of non-routine issues including business discussions or meetings with internal personnel.
COMPLEXITY & DECISION MAKING
Routine work for which general instructions are provided. Some analysis required in decision making. All activities are governed by policies and procedures but some freedom exists for selecting action. All difficult or unusual situations are referred to supervisor for resolution.
POSITION'S IMPACT ON ORGANIZATION
Work is monitored frequently throughout action. Errors are usually detected immediately. Results produce a minor consequence for the organization,
Qualifications
Must be actively pursuing Bachelor's degree in related field
Skills Required
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a related field
What We Do
Colortech is a family-owned, North American-based manufacturer of color and additive concentrates for the plastics industry. These polymer concentrates are used in consumer products, including food packaging and toys, and industrial materials such as conduit, wire and twine. Its portfolio includes white, additive, color and black masterbatch products. The company emphasizes customer relationships, industry knowledge, product quality and service across a wide range of household and industrial applications.
