Quality Assurance Intern
At Planet A Foods, we want to revolutionize the food industry to protect the planet we love. We believe that creating better food ingredients, done by perfecting centuries-old fermentation technology, leads to healthier alternatives for us all and can save up to 500 Mt of CO2 per year.Our first product? Yummy chocolate! We created the world’s first 100% cocoa-free chocolate called ChoViva. Our ChoViva tastes amazing with a solid snap and smooth melt as well as roasty notes and a subtle sweetness. In addition it is completely natural, gluten-free, vegan and made with only seven ingredients. ChoViva doesn’t only deliver on taste and naturalness. It is also kind to the planet with a breathtaking low carbon and water footprint, plus a complete mitigation of deforestation and child slavery!On our journey to protect our Planet A, we are looking for a motivated we are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Intern to join our team. As a Quality Assurance Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting the maintenance of documentation, audit preparations, screening documentations from Raw Material Suppliers, identifying missing documentations, and assisting the Quality team in risk evaluation based on the HACCP plan.Your tasks at Planet A Foods:
- Collaborate with the team to design and optimize precision fermentations for the production of cocoa butter alternatives.
- Contribute to the operation and maintenance of chemostat bioreactor systems and other essential laboratory equipment.
- Collaborate in designing and executing experiments focused on lipid extraction processes, which may involve exploring different separation techniques and equipment setups.
- Conduct experiments, collect samples, and perform analytical tests to monitor and evaluate process performance.
- Perform data analysis and interpretation to identify trends, optimize process parameters, and troubleshoot issues.
- Support process scale-up and DSP activities, including technology transfer and process validation.
- Assist in the development of novel strategies and technologies to enhance process efficiency and productivity.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records, prepare reports, and present findings to the team.
- High Motivation and Work Ethic: Demonstrate a highly motivated and hardworking approach to tasks and responsibilities.
- Willingness to Travel: Ability and willingness to travel to Pilsen without inconvenience.
- Documentations Proficiency: Effectively work with and handle various documentations, with a preference for candidates familiar with HACCP.Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Food Technology, Supply Chain, or Industrial Technology.Desired Work Experience:
- Fluent in English and German.
- Proficiency in Czech is a plus but not mandatory.
- Ability to work efficiently in a production environment.
- Proficient in making diagrams and flow charts.
- Excellent communication skills.
Joining the Planet A Foods team is more than just a job – it's a commitment to our core values that permeate every aspect of our business. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we go above and beyond to embed fairness and equity in our inclusive recruitment and hiring process.
- We value the knowledge, expertise, and skills that individuals bring based on their identities, life experiences, and backgrounds. We want people to bring their full selves to work and as a global company, we want to reflect the world. Our success relies on talented individuals who share our passion bringing innovation and insights that stem from their different perspectives to help us work as one team to accomplish ambitious global strategy goals.
- Our recruitment is inclusive. We recruit top talent that reflect the diversity of the world and global marketplace we inhabit. We conduct deliberate and purposeful recruitment that brings applicants to Planet A Foods that represent a broad range of identities, life experiences, backgrounds, and skill sets.
- Our hiring process is transparent and consistent. We have high standards for ensuring a clear process is used consistently with every candidate. There are no side doors for bringing in people. We adhere to a hiring protocol that includes and recognizes differences rather than rule them out.
- We recognize that one of the dynamics of meaningful inclusion is seeing that all people can succeed in our workplace. We know representation matters and that our values are not something we simply talk about, it’s something we work toward. It’s something we do. Our values must show up in who works on the Planet A Foods team, at every level.
Our hierarchy is flat and communication direct, which means that we operate and learn fast, as a team. You can expect the following:
- Competitive Compensation (including stock options): Recognizing your value in the industry.
- Flexible Working Hours: Because we believe in ownership and trust.
- Learning & Development Program: A commitment to the growth of every team member.
- Regular Team Events: Fostering camaraderie and creativity.
- Free Lunch, Drinks & Snacks: Because fueling your brilliance is on us.