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Vantage Specialty Chemicals Co-Op/Intern Program in United States
Vantage is a leading supplier of naturally derived specialty ingredients and formulations that cater to the evolving needs of industrial and consumer markets. Through our chemistries, our customer focus and our global footprint, we are ENABLING TOMORROW’S SOLUTIONS TODAY.
As a company on the move, you’ll be working as part of a collaborative team and getting to know the cultural diversity of our world. We learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voice and talent of our colleagues by empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here. For more information visit: www.vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage
The Role
Vantage Specialty Chemicals is a global leader in the manufacturing of select raw materials for use in value-added formulations. We are a global natural chemistry company that creates, produces, and sources high-end and tailored specialty chemicals and ingredients incorporated into everyday products that nourish, care for, sustain and enhance performance. Backintegrated into natural oils and oleo chemistry, we use science to transform naturally derived products by bringing technology from the lab into the global marketplace.
Most of our ingredients are sourced from natural sources employing responsible and sustainable practices, making it better, safer, and healthier for people and plants alike.
Also, part of our key manufacturing process includes esterification, alkoxylation, and blending capabilities, plus the manufacturing of over 100 oleochemical derivatives for customers seeking high-performance, naturally derived ingredients. We also supply select vegetable oils to industrial markets and have a custom manufacturing segment providing solutions for many customer-specific requirements.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Co-Op/Intern Program – Engineering/Manufacturing (US)
Vantage is currently seeking high-quality Chemical Engineering students and related majors for our Engineering Co-op/Intern program supporting our US manufacturing facilities. We are seeking current students (targeting current incoming sophomores or juniors) studying chemical engineering or related disciplines.
The successful candidates will be assigned to support one of our US manufacturing facilities (as specified by Co-Op Program Manager and business need). The successful candidates will report to the manufacturing facility that they support, and will provide on-site support to the facility as they learn about the day-to-day operation of a chemical manufacturing plant.
Our Co-Op/Intern program is a multi-session program, offering 1-3 sessions with the company over a two year time frame. The actual semester(s) that your sessions fall in will be determined upon your acceptance into the program. During each session, you will be assigned multiple projects that are directly aligned with strategic initiatives of the company/plant. The work that you will be assigned is integral to our business goals and objectives. You will receive excellent technical/engineering experiences, and will be supported by a plant and leadership team who wants to see you succeed.
Examples of projects you could be assigned include but are not limited to: chemical product reformulation to help improve cost, quality improvement projects that focus on improving quality metrics, and productivity improvement efforts within the manufacturing facility. You will be responsible for developing, evaluating, and testing alternatives and then implementing a solution. You will be responsible for summarizing the various projects work and will share your results to the leadership team at the end of your session.
Qualifications:
Must be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (or related discipline) at one of our university partner institutions
Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, cumulative and within major
Outstanding interpersonal skills, demonstrated through educational and prior work experience; Capability to build relationships with others
Problem solving and demonstrated drive for results
Statistical knowledge
Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to work independently and make autonomous decisions when necessary
Interest in working in chemical manufacturing plant; prior experience working in a chemical manufacturing plant preferred
Willing to be on-site at your assigned manufacturing facility daily (5 days/week) – not hybrid
Authorization to work in the United States
Vantage is a leading supplier of naturally derived specialty ingredients and formulations that cater to the evolving needs of industrial and consumer markets. Through our chemistries, our customer focus and our global footprint, we are Enabling Tomorrow's Solutions Today.
As a company on the move, you’ll be working as part of a collaborative team and getting to know the cultural diversity of our world. We learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voice and talent of our colleagues by empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here.