Gelest, Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is seeking a Quality Control Intern to join our Quality Control team for the summer.

The Quality Control Intern will be responsible for preparing, analyzing, and documenting test results for raw materials, in-process, and final samples.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze specialty silanes, silicones, metal organics, acrylates, and other specialty chemicals in relation to their specifications.
• Run basic analyses using Spectrometers, Gas Chromatography (GC), High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Gel Permeation Chromatography (GPC), Karl Fischer (KF), Viscometers, and wet chemistry.
• Input analytical data into the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to ensure proper product release or disposition
• Adhere to all procedures for daily operations of the Quality Control Laboratory.
• Communicate with the Laboratory Supervisor to ensure information is shared in a timely manner.
• Assist in root cause analyses for non-conformance events related to the laboratory.
• Log-in samples for testing and retains.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Working knowledge of basic wet chemistry techniques, analytical instrumentation, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to safely handle and dispose of toxic, flammable, lachrymatory and/or corrosive chemicals.
• Ability to effectively follow plans and written procedures to adhere to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• Ability to identify problems in a timely manner and communicate them effectively to supervisor.
• Ability to react professionally under pressure and to treat others with respect.
• Ability to write reports and complete analytical notebooks.
• The ability to follow directions and instructions.
• The ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.
• Must be able to read instructions and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) documents to determine hazards.

This internship is to be filled for a 10 to 12-week duration, during Summer 2025. Dates are flexible between May-September.

Qualifications:

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a science related field.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Wear personal protective equipment as needed.

• The salary range for this position is $18 per hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
• Competitive Benefits 
• Benefits begin on DAY 1! 
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. 

 
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.