Job Description:
Internship Summary:
Cambria’s internship program is a 12 week experience that successfully exposes interns to business need projects, professional development, assigned mentors and Cambria leaders.
We help students identify their career interests and participate in two-way learning opportunities to develop their professional skill sets.
Prepare to immerse yourself in a paid full-time, summer internship program that strives to provide cross-disciplinary work experiences. In the end, you will leave feeling accomplished, valuable and having made a difference.
The Quality department is looking for a Quality Lab Intern to join their team in Le Sueur, MN!
Position Summary:
The intern will work closely with the Quality team on project-based tasks, focusing on improving product quality, optimizing lab procedures, and addressing quality issues. Responsibilities include analyzing quality data, developing control strategies, assisting with internal audits, and evaluating testing methods. The intern will collaborate with other departments, uphold safety and compliance standards, and present findings to leadership at the end of the summer. This hands-on role provides valuable experience in quality assurance and project management within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Complete and present a capstone project related to department business needs. This will include research, analysis, and presenting the overall findings and suggestions to peers and Cambria Leaders.
Contribute to ongoing projects aimed at improving product quality, optimizing lab procedures, or investigating quality issues
Analyze quality data to identify trends, outliers, and opportunities to improve efficiency and quality
Identify, develop, and implement control strategies
Maintain a priority for safety and engage in initiatives within area of ownership
Assist in internal audits, ensuring compliance with quality standards and industry regulations
Analyze current lab workflows and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize errors
Evaluate the performance of new or modified testing methods to ensure accuracy, precision, and reliability
Work with other departments (process technology, research and development) to address quality-related issues and implement solutions
Perform job duties safely as outlined in the Quality Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Collect and present findings to leadership groups at the end of the summer
Uphold company culture and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality and teamwork
Maintain a positive and energetic interface with all staff members, provide direction as well as be a leader and teacher at all times
Qualifications & Skills:
Ability to become certified in Chemical Handling
Ability to read and write in English to complete required documentation
Basic computer skills
Demonstrated level of confidentiality and professionalism
Preferred Qualifications:
Critical thinking and troubleshooting skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
Minimum Requirements:
Education: Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a Bachelor's program in Science, Engineering, or a related program. Expected graduation date of 2025, 2026, and 2027.
Experience: Some experience in a related field preferred
Systems: Google Suite
Additional Requirements:
Managerial Responsibilities: No
Travel Requirements: Limited travel locally (Eden Prairie, Le Sueur, and Belle Plaine)
Physical Requirements:
Lift up to 30 lbs.
Stand on feet for extended periods of time
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by Cambria
Participate in daily stretch and flex exercises
Occasionally work in wet and/or humid conditions
Bend over multiple times throughout shift
Program Dates: May 19, 2025 - August 8, 2025; M-F; 40 hour work week
To ensure you don't miss this opportunity, it's recommended to apply as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until February 14, 2025, dependent on application volume, or until the position is filled.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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