Location: Momence,IL, USA
This job was posted by : For more information, please see: The Van Drunen Family of Companies is growing!WHAT\'S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS? WE ARE!As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world\'s best companies, the Van Drunen Family of Companies are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level. Now is your opportunity to be a part of a mission-driven company committed to employee development and success.Join us and gain vital, real-world experience with a Van Drunen summer internship! Interns will be placed within a functional area related to their program of study. This is a paid internship program and will run full-time for 12 weeks beginning in May.JOB OVERVIEW:As a Quality Intern, you will help ensure that our products meet the highest quality standards and comply with all relevant regulatory guidelines. You will support quality assurance by participating in quality control protocols, as well as sampling and testing for product and packaging. In this role, you will also help identify and report any issues that may affect food safety or product quality. Additionally, you will assist team members in maintaining accurate documentation and record-keeping for quality.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Research production issues, complaints, and out-of-specification products to help come up with resolutions.{=html} - Monitor and maintain records and assist in ensuring that sensitive productions are completed accurately as per described in formulations and sampling.{=html} - All other tasks, duties, and responsibilities assigned by the Plant Quality Manager.KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel){=html} - Attention to detail and demonstrated time management skills{=html} - Strong written and verbal communication skills{=html} - Initiative, resourcefulness, and strong interpersonal skills{=html} - Have a curious, proactive and solution-oriented approach{=html} - Desire to learn and grow professionally{=html} - Creative and innovative ideas{=html} - Ability to take direction and multi-task{=html} - Demonstrated ability to exhibit a positive attitude, professional image, and demeanor.EDUCATION:Upperclassman (incoming Junior or Senior) at an accredited College or UniversityDesired Major(s): Food Science, Data Analytics, Chemistry, BiologyPreferred Minimum GPA: 3.0PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.WORKING CONDITIONS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.{=html}