• LEW Intern, Quality Execution

    Leprino Foods (Lemoore, CA)


    At Leprino, starting compensation for this role in QE Internship ($23.00).

     

    Summary Description: Quality Internships are project based. Each project has a designated quality sponsor/mentor and is specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timebound. Project assignment aligns with college course work and the needs of the business. Intern provides routine project updates, undergoes mentorship check-ins, and provides a final project presentation to include next steps for business unit regarding the project.

     

    Quality, Product and Project Integrity

     

    + At all times, operate in a manner consistent with safe operating procedures.

    + Review Quality SOPs for understanding and standard processes

    + Ability to read and interpret the manufacturing specifications and company and plant policies

    + Proper handling of samples prior to, during, and after required testing

    + Able to understand and explain testing procedures with knowledge of proper recording requirements

    + Able to perform physical evaluations of product

    + Pull required samples and test/analyze

    + Able to maintain open communication with the different departments

    + Direct interaction with the production team

    + Ensure all analytical, performance, micro samples are pulled aseptically

    + Ability to maintain and track project to completion

    + Effective communication and present with plant team and quality

    + Works Collaboratively with different departments

     

    to ensure that customer service goals are met

     

    + Able to make calculated decisions

    + Adhere to all company and regulatory GMPs

    + Comply with corporate rules and regulations

    + Manage time effectively to ensure project success and timely completion

     

    Organizational Support

     

    + Troubleshoots through issues and collaborates around obstacles.

    + Takes a project from ideation to completion through self-leading

    + Ability to engage and ask questions to drive project to completion

     

    Safety

     

    + At all times, operate in a manner consistent with safe operating procedures

    + Responsible for the safe and adequate operation of lab tests in accordance with Company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

    + Maintain good housekeeping in work areas on the floor and in the lab

    + Adhere to all Company and regulatory GMPs, and GLPs

    You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

    + 2 years of relevant coursework working towards the completion of a Bachelor of Science in Biology, chemistry, microbiology, food science, dairy science, or related subject.

    + At least a Junior standing in a Bachelor of Science in Biology, chemistry, microbiology, food science, dairy science, or related subject.

    + Maintain a 3.0 GPA while working as an intern and completing coursework at the same time

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required

    + General understanding of Manufacturing, Food Safety and Sanitation, Quality in Food

    Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities/Competencies:

    + Computer literacy. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, SAP, MS Word Applications, E-mail, and Typing Skills min. 40wpm.

    + Proficient in excel building formulas, trends, and pivot tables/charts

    + Knowledgeable of food safety expectations, SOPs, SSOPs

    + Knowledge of sanitary GMPs.

    + Proficient in math, analytical reasoning skills, and delegation

    + Ability to carry out Risk Assessments, Quality Assurance, and Quality Control Principles

    + Ability to make decisions independently in a stressful environment.

    + Has excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills.

    + Ability to multi-task and deliver on deadlines.

    + Ability to learn and perform multiple functions and tasks within the scope of accounting.

    + Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic.

    + Able to work a flexible (pre-determined) schedule that may include weekends.

    + Physical requirements to perform job as defined in the essential job function.

    Working Relationships:

    + This position reports to the assigned Quality supervisor

    + This position will have no direct reports

    Offering You In Return:

    A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal