FSQR Intern - Pet Nutrition - St. Joseph, MO or Cincinnati, OH

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Position Summary

At Wilbur Ellis Nutrition, our mission is to empower our pet food, livestock, and aquaculture customers to thrive. This mission guides every decision we make as we shape the future of nutrition, from responsible sourcing to sustainable practices and beyond.

The FSQR Intern will play a vital role in supporting our Food Safety, Quality, and Regulatory team. This hands-on experience offers a unique opportunity to gain practical knowledge in quality assurance processes, regulatory compliance, and product testing for the pet food ingredient industry. You'll work alongside our talented team to ensure that our products meet the highest standards for safety and quality.

A strong candidate will have...

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Familiarity with laboratory practices and equipment is a plus.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Passion for the pet food industry and interest in FSQR.

You'll make a difference through...

• Assisting in conducting quality control tests on raw materials and finished products, including physical, chemical, and microbiological analyses.

• Supporting the development and validation of testing protocols for new ingredients.

• Participating in the review and documentation of food safety programs, including HACCP, GMP, and FSMA compliance.

• Analyzing data and providing insights to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards.

• Collaborating with the FSQR team on projects to improve processes, reduce risks, and enhance quality.

• Assisting in managing ingredient specifications and supplier certifications.

• Participating in plant audits and contributing to corrective action plans as needed.

Working conditions...

• Primarily based in a manufacturing environment, balancing on-the-floor presence with office work.

• Potential travel up to 5%.

What we offer...

• Hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced industry.

• Exposure to industry-leading FSQR practices.

• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the pet food ingredient sector.

• Networking opportunities within the company and broader pet food community.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions make an impact.

Qualifications...

• Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Food Science, Grain Science, Animal Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or a related field.

Compensation and Benefits:

• In compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position is $20.38 - $27.18/hr. Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. Follow this link for more information regarding Wilbur-Ellis employee benefits: https://bit.ly/3S8aDCj

Our Nutrition business line is able to hire in the following states:

AL, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, ID, IL, IA, KS, KY, MN, MO, NV, NC, ND, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI

Our Nutrition business line is unable to hire in the following states:

AK, AR, CT, DE, HI, IN, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MS, MT, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OK, RI, SD, VT, WV, WY

Please note that salary ranges provided for this role on external job boards are salary estimates made by outside parties and may not be accurate.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

Diversity of people, cultures, opinions, and ideas makes us all stronger. From leadership commitment to employee buy-in, we know that creating an inclusive environment and providing opportunities for all employees to reach their full potential is a shared responsibility.

Wilbur-Ellis Nutrition, LLCis headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, and is a marketer and distributor of value-added feed ingredients in North America and Asia-Pacific. Wilbur Ellis provides feed solutions to our customers and suppliers in the Livestock, Pet Food, and Aquaculture Industries. Providing a complete supply chain, including logistics, warehousing, and customer service, in addition to expertise in import/export and regulatory, sets Wilbur-Ellis apart from our competitors. We understand the importance of providing on-time delivery of specified products and honoring our commitments to suppliers and customers.

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