What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food Quality Assurance Specialist position at Ardent Mills?
Company Overview: Ardent Mills is committed to transforming how the world is nourished. As the premier flour-milling and ingredient company, we cultivate the future of plant-based solutions to help our customers and communities thrive.
Job Description: The Food Safety & Quality Intern will gain exposure to the broader operations within Ardent Mills, with a keen focus on food safety and quality, gaining the skills and knowledge required to conduct testing and utilize our Ardent Mills Food Safety and Quality Policies in decision making. Key areas of exposure may include toolbox meetings and department reviews, promoting personnel and food safety, ensuring a safe work environment and employee work habits, and supporting and abiding by plant rules within the workplace.
Essential Functions/Requirements:
- Ability to perform work in inclement weather conditions (hot and cold)
- Candidate must be physically able to climb ladders and stairs
- Willingness to work periodic workdays more than assigned work schedule
Education, Experience, Skills:
- Majoring in Milling Science, Bakery Science, Ag Studies, Business, Food Science, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biosystems Engineering, or related studies
- Strong computer skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Problem solving skills
- Organization/Time Management skills
- Strong analytical skills
- A willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges
Other considerations:
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future
- Except where prohibited by law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test and pre-employment background check
