Intern - Quality Assurance

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC • Des Moines, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance (QA) Intern will learn aspects of an Industrial Production Laboratory, utilizing lab equipment to test finished products and product components to ensures all details are within specified parameters.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Work towards or completion of a Bachelor's degree in a physical science.
• Mathematical and basic analytical skills
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
• Able to work rotating shifts as scheduled.
• Handles multiple priorities at the same time.
• Knowledge of basic lab procedures.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
• Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office are required.
• Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

Nice To Haves

• Chem I and II courses and understanding basic chemical dilutions and calculations is preferred.
• Experience utilizing HPLC/GC instruments is preferred.
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.

Responsibilities

• Performs process checks throughout the production, packaging and warehousing functions of the company, including pre-operational checks, in-process checks and final product checks.
• Sets up and calibrates HPLC/GC testing equipment.
• Receives, documents and inputs batch testing results for all customer products into to all applicable systems.
• Identifies and reports quality results and trends to Lab Supervisor/Lab Manager/Quality Improvement Specialist.
• Performs physical property tests using instrumentation.
• Verifies compliance to company standards and policies and effectively communicates when there are deviations from standards or processes.
• Maintains accurate and organized records of QA activities and maintains organized inventory of retained products.
• Maintains ongoing company compliance with all applicable regulations and customer requirements.
• Maintains a clean work environment both inside and outside the facility by using good housekeeping habits.
• Participate in problem solving activities utilizing scientific thinking and other continuous improvement techniques.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company-match - up to 10% based on your contribution amount.
• Three-year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service.
• Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees