Intern - Food Compliance

Job Summary

Wilton Brands, LLC., (“Wilton”) is a fun and exciting company that is proud to hold the position as a global market leader in the sweet treat making industry. We’re a creative company where great people deliver innovative products and exceptional customer service. Are you creative? Do you enjoy inspiring others? Are you a problem solver? Do you exude positive energy? Then you’ll be right at home here. 

We are seeking an undergraduate student currently pursuing a degree in Nutrition, Business or Supply Chain, who has an interest in Global Operations to intern with us for the Summer of 2018. This is a paid full-time assignment and will be based at Wilton’s corporate headquarters located in Naperville, IL. 

This internship will provide valuable hands-on experience in Supply Chain, specifically in our Product Standards & Compliance department; allow you to get exposure to other areas of the business, and provide learning and networking opportunities with cross-functional teams and senior leaders. We expect the candidate to have strong organizational and communication skills, analytical aptitude, critical thinking skills, and the ability to own and complete a key project within the internship time frame. This position will report to the Director, Regulatory Compliance. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Generate and review all food labeling and packaging ensuring compliance with FDA, CFIA, EU and other global regions of distribution
• Assist in the implementation of programs, policies and practices to ensure that all products are in compliance with applicable international, federal, state and local regulatory requirements 

Education and Experience:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Excellent and effective written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
• Must be comfortable interacting across functional lines including with employees located in international offices
• Resourceful and able to work independently or on a team
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and handle multiple tasks in an effective manner
• Must be a self-motivated individual with a desire to work in a fast-paced environment