PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES Technical Support of Plant QA Projects * Responsible for a summer project as assigned by the Associate Director of Quality * Assist in product testing, research, or sampling methods pertaining to projects as requested by Associate Director of Quality or plant Quality Manager * Support Quality Systems Manager with sampling and/or product testing as required * Data compiling and organization as it pertains to validation and verification work Lab Support and Upkeep * Aid in conducting product cuttings and/or sensory panels * Responsible for analytical testing of products as needed * Responsible for lab cleanliness and general organization QA Regulatory Support * Support in data entry and filing * Support on projects pertaining to food labeling compliance, food safety and quality plans, product shelf life testing, and raw material specifications Quality Systems Administrative Support * Aid in researching information as it pertains to customer inquiries * Support in data entry and filing EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * Actively seeking a Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Agriculture, or Consumer Family Sciences KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * Experienced working within a lab * Computer knowledge required; MS Office * Excellent written and verbal communication skills SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Direct: None Indirect: None PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS * To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee * Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job: * The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time whether that be sitting or standing * The employee must be able to use fingers to constantly operate a computer or other type of office equipment * The employee in this position must be able to regularly walk * The employees must be able to use hands to handle and feel * The employee must be able to reach with both hands and arms * The employee must be able to visually detect, perceive, or recognize in near and far distances * The employee must be able to converse or convey with other individuals * The employee may occasionally be required to crouch * The employee may occasionally lift/carry items as heavy as 60 pounds * The employee must be able to work outside in various weather conditions (i.e.: rain, snow, heat) JOB COMPETENCIES * Ethics/ Integrity/ Trust * Attitude and Commitment * Diversity * Customer Service * Quality * Attention to Detail * Initiative * Analytical Thinking * Problem Solving * Decision Making Other * Responsible for organizing time for completing daily tasks as well as new projects * Willingness to work within processing facilities in order to provide aid for projects