Intern - Quality Assurance

Helena Agri-Enterprises • Des Moines, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance (QA) Intern will learn aspects of an industrial production laboratory, using lab equipment to test finished products and product components and ensure they meet specified parameters. The position performs quality checks across production, packaging, and warehousing, documents test results, communicates deviations and trends, and supports regulatory and customer compliance. The intern works in a plant, warehouse, and laboratory environment and follows company policies and safety procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mathematical and basic analytical skills.
• Ability to stand for long periods in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
• Ability to work rotating shifts as scheduled.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities at the same time.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Successful completion of a drug test and background check.
• Ability to perform the stated physical activities, including lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to and including 50 pounds or more.

Nice To Haves

• Working toward or completion of a bachelor's degree in a physical science.
• Chemistry I and II coursework and understanding of basic chemical dilutions and calculations.
• Experience using HPLC/GC instruments.
• Spanish communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operational, in-process, and final product checks across production, packaging, and warehousing.
• Set up and calibrate HPLC/GC testing equipment.
• Receive, document, and enter batch testing results for customer products into applicable systems.
• Identify and report quality results and trends to the Lab Supervisor, Lab Manager, or Quality Improvement Specialist.
• Perform physical property tests using instrumentation.
• Verify compliance with company standards and policies and communicate deviations from standards or processes.
• Maintain accurate, organized records of QA activities and organized inventory of retained products.
• Maintain ongoing compliance with applicable regulations and customer requirements.
• Maintain a clean work environment inside and outside the facility using good housekeeping practices.
• Participate in problem-solving activities using scientific thinking and continuous-improvement techniques.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned by the leader.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and follow company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a company match of 100% up to 5% starting on the first day; the match may increase with years of service up to 10%, based on employee contribution.
• Company match vests after three years and 1,000 hours of service.
• Earned Wage Access through DailyPay, allowing employees to access earned pay between paydays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED