QA R&D INTERNSHIP

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assist R&D specialists with re-formulating existing products with the simplest and most cost-effective formulations that can be manufactured efficiently based on the priorities of meeting profitability objectives, company deadlines, operating budget responsibilities, and company goals.
• Inputs information into Oracle in the form of bill of materials, specifications, and manufacturing instructions.
• Works hands on as needed for product trials, production troubleshooting, and other related activities assigned.
• Assist with testing on new and existing raw materials to provide information needed to determine whether to accept or reject based on parameters set forth by manufacturing capabilities.
• Reviews manufacturing processes, determining where improvements could be implemented in terms of product quality to contribute towards the success of the company.
• Follows all company requirements related to standard operating procedures and change control procedures.
• Complies with safety and GMP requirements.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

Supports a culture of safe production and operations; follows all safety rules and procedures. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 1-2 years of undergrad studies towards Food Science or related Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or equivalent from a four-year College
• Familiarity with tableting and encapsulation preferred
• Excellent computer skills required, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with database management systems such as Oracle, LIMS and Epicor are desired.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret product specifications, departmental instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Excellent problem-solving skills required. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office required.
• Food or pharmaceutical industry experience and experience with gluten-free products a plus. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

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 handle testing equipment, raw materials and finished product, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to taste or smell.  The employee is occasionally required to move from place to place within the facility, to reach, ascend and/or descend, balance, or stoop. 

The employee must regularly lift, move (in some cases drag items), slide, raise and/or place:

• 5 lbs. from ground level and place at 61 high inch level; return to original position.
• Up to 30 lb. force for up to 25 feet and then pull to original position.
• Up to 33 lbs. from 5 inches off ground and raise to 47 inches and then return 33 lbs. to original position.
• Up to 50 lbs. for 3 feet at waist level; lift bag/box onto side and return to original position.
• Pallets weighing up to 55 lbs. from floor onto one side, move it up to 10 ft. and return to original position.