Job Description

Description

The Quality Intern role supports Denali’s commitment to providing high-quality products and solutions to our customers. Key responsibilities will include assisting in quality assurance testing, documentation, and compliance. This position requires a proactive individual with strong attention to detail, the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, and efficient time management skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary. 

1. Assist Quality Assurance personnel in conducting quality tests on raw materials and finished products to meet company standards. 
2. Support the documentation process for quality assurance, including recording test results and maintaining accurate records. 
3. Participate in conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards. 
4. Help prepare samples for quality testing and analysis, ensuring proper handling and storage. 
5. Assist in the development and implementation of quality control procedures and protocols. 
6. Gather and analyze data related to quality metrics and prepare reports as required. 
7. Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Quality Assurance lab and work areas. 
8. Follow Denali Best Practices in all quality-related tasks. 
9. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address quality-related issues and improve processes. 
10. Other duties as required.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Additionally, they must fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and in a safe manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Ensure Workplace Safety

Responsible to actively demonstrate and drive behaviors that result in zero accidents and injuries and ensure our safety and our employees are the most important asset that are under our care. 

What You’ll Gain:

• Hands-on experience in real-world process improvement projects.
• Professional development through mentorship and training. 
• Exposure to diverse functions and the chance to build your professional network.
• A collaborative and supportive environment to learn and grow.
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects and make an impact.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma, with a preference for an emphasis in a science; a minimum of 1 year of related experience is preferred.
• Experience working in a lab is a plus. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail. 

Language and Other Skills

• Fluent in oral and written English
• Strong organizational skills and abilities.
• Ability to work as a member of a diverse team.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, production schedules, purchase orders, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to work in Microsoft Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

Reasoning Ability

• Self-motivated, resourceful, creative, teachable.
• Ability to multi-task and management time.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds, carrying boxes, materials, and product. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Denali Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant and believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

Denali Ingredients is in New Berlin, Wisconsin. We are customer-centric, fun and engaging. Beyond making ice cream treats tastier, Denali provides a fast-paced stimulating international environment, which will stretch your abilities and channel your talents. We also offer competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, training, mentoring and growth opportunities. Join a team that makes the world a sweeter place!

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation described and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.