Nutrition and Quality Control Lab Intern

• - WF Nutrition Service
• 17602, PA, USA
• 18.00
• Hourly
• Internship

The Wenger Group internships offer students a unique exposure to many facets of technology and its relationship with agriculture.  The Wenger Group tailors the internship to meet both the student and company objectives for a mutually beneficial experience.  The Nutrition and Quality Control Lab intern will gain hands on experience working in a Quality Control laboratory.  She/ he will be responsible for preparing and analyzing samples provided to the lab from Feed Mills and Foliage samples.. 

Who are we:

• We're a growing company in an essential sector – agriculture!
• We provide our customers with poultry, swine, and dairy feeds, performance ingredient solutions, conventional and specialty eggs, grain, fertilizer, and allied services in the Mid-Atlantic Region.
• We've grown steadily since 1944 from a single location to ten feed milling locations in two states.
• Over 450 team members now call The Wenger Group home.
• We provide ample room for career growth and advancement.
• Additional information can be found at our web site: https://www.thewengergroup.com

What will you do:

• Ensure adherence to Wenger policies, methods, and disciplines.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment that is compliance with all OSHA regulations as well as applicable company Health and Safety Compliance protocols.
• Log in, label and store samples received by the Nutrition & Quality Control Lab.
• Performs analysis of samples following prescribed procedures, including wet chemistry, NIR and gravimetric analysis. 
• Calibrate and utilize instrumentation for sample analysis. 
• Completes all paperwork associated with the analyses in a neat and timely fashion.
• Prepare SOP's, work procedures and test methods as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications needed:

• Fundamental understanding of Lab Safety.
• Ability to safely use hazardous chemicals.
• Able to understand or follow written testing procedures.
• Very strong attention to detail. 
• Able to work well both independently and in a small group setting.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. repeatedly and up to 100 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to climb ladders and work in high places
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to work in dusty conditions
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in Chemistry, Animal Science, Agriculture or a related field.
• Classroom experience working with analytical, wet chemistry and NIR testing.
• Strong Organizational skills coupled with a strong attention to detail.