Quality Assurance

Quality And Process Control/Quality Assurance InternTo save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.ABOUT HORMEL FOODS — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters®, Skippy®, SPAM®, Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Justin's®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America's most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company's list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world's most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe.Job Purpose: To gain real world experience in the successful manufacturing of food products by performing the duties of their full time Quality and Control Process counterparts. This includes supporting management in the implementation of food safety and food quality processes and procedures.Responsibilities:Gain exposure to the job responsibilities of a full-time Quality and Process Control Supervisor which can include any of the following:Consult with management regarding food safety or quality issuesProvide leadership on food safety and quality in our facilitiesImplement our HACCP program (food safety) and oversee sanitation proceduresCollect and analyze data for new or modified product linesTrain and manage quality auditorsWork with the USDADesign and evaluate quality specifications and auditing programsConduct quality system testing and evaluations using statistical analysisAssist with computer inventory, lab management and data collectionEvaluate processes by utilizing food safety and/or sanitation principlesRequirements:Must graduate in August 2025, December 2025, or May 2026 and major in Food Science, Animal Science, Agricultural Business, Management, or related field with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA preferredDemonstrated leadership, persuasive, initiative, analytical, and communication skills are necessary for success in this positionPossess a strong work ethic and an entrepreneurial spiritMust be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United StatesApplicants must not now, or any time in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visaMust be comfortable with the preparation and consumption of various Hormel Foods products which may include but are not limited to pork, beef, chicken, and nutsThis position will require access to and/or the utilization of a personal motor vehicle to get to and from the workplaceLocation and Hours:Position is based out of one of our production facilities (including but not limited to Minnesota, Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, Georgia, Nebraska, or Kansas) or Corporate Office headquarters in Austin, MN.Corporate Office positions require business related travelLocation is based on business needs at the time an offer is madePosition is approximately 40 hours per week beginning late May and ending mid-AugustCompensation/Benefits:Competitive wageThe base pay range is $20 to $24 per hour; however, actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and specific office locationPaid housing allowanceReimbursement of all expenses incurred on the jobCompany 401k matchEarn Paid Time offHormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.