About the role#
Entegris is seeking a Quality Engineer Co-Op for our San Luis Obispo, California facility. This is a full-time, 6-month assignment starting in January 2027. You will work on-site in a manufacturing environment to support quality systems and process improvement initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities, nonconformance investigations, and corrective action (CAPA) processes.
- Analyze manufacturing data to spot trends and find opportunities for improvement.
- Assist with projects aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing waste.
- Develop and update quality procedures, work instructions, and documentation.
- Create and maintain quality metrics, dashboards, and management reports.
- Participate in internal audits and quality system compliance tasks.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to resolve quality issues.
- Support process validation, risk assessments, and engineering change activities.
- Present your findings and recommendations for continuous improvement projects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program for Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Ability to work full-time on-site in San Luis Obispo for the 6-month duration.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Ability to communicate findings effectively through written and verbal presentations.
- Familiarity with university requirements for co-op participation.
- Self-motivation and attention to detail.
- Experience with statistical analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or quality methodologies is preferred.
- Knowledge of quality systems, root cause analysis, ISO 9001, or semiconductor manufacturing is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: San Luis Obispo, CA (On-site).
- Term: Winter 2027 (January through June).
- Employment: Full-time.
- Note: This position requires the ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments, including standing for extended periods and wearing required personal protective equipment. Entegris does not provide sponsorship for this role.
About Entegris
Entegris provides materials and process solutions for the semiconductor and other high-tech industries. Founded in 1966, the company operates globally with a focus on microcontamination control, chemical handling, and advanced materials. It maintains headquarters in Billerica, Massachusetts. The company employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people across its research, manufacturing, and analytical laboratory sites.
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