Stratas Foods LLC is the leading supplier of fats and oils to the Foodservice, Food Ingredients and Retail Private Label markets in North America and is a producer of quality bulk and packaged dressings, mayonnaise and sauces. Stratas Foods was formed in October 2008 as a 50/50 joint venture between ACH Food Companies (ACH) and Archer Daniels Midland (ADM).

Manufacturing facilities are located in Dallas and Houston, TX; Decatur and Quincy, IL; Englewood, NJ; Fresno, CA; Nashville, TN; and Valdosta, GA.  Corporate offices are located in Memphis, TN.  We are committed to maintaining a progressive workplace by utilizing the ideas, skills and talents of all of our employees.  We strive to make Stratas Foods a great place to work and are building a team capable of meeting our business goals.

Job Summary 

As an intern, key responsibilities will include the following:

• Learn 1WorldSync and Attribytes product and image requirements
• Learn Website optimization tools and ADA requirements
• Monitor Website improvements via Google Analytics
• Coordinate with Marketing and IT departments to acquire product information and images to complete projects
• Assist Marketing Team in various and sundry projects

Hours and Compensation

A typical workweek is 40 hours, Monday through Friday 8a – 5p, with flexibility due to summer classes.

This position pays $16 per hour.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• An individual who has at least 1 years of undergraduate studies remaining
• A hard-working individual willing to dig to the bottom of every issue
• A concentration in marketing, business or related field
• Strong communication skills; must have strong writing and copy-editing skills
• A highly motivated self-starter
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and priorities
• Advanced Excel skills, Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, ability to learn other software programs
• Knowledge of website management and social media tools would be a benefit

Competencies:

1.       Communications – Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills in dealing with those both internal and external to Stratas are critical to success

2.       Leadership - Ability to lead others in the directions necessary to achieve mutually beneficial goals is important

3.       Analytical Skills – Having both the ability and competency to evaluate a variety of alternatives and pick the best solution in a dynamic work environment

4.       Root cause problem-solving techniques:  Critical to a line manufacturing process

5.       Developing teamwork and productivity:  Being proactive in employee relations efforts serves all well