Supported Employment Intern - Quality Inspector (Richmond, VA)

Overview: This internship program is designed for participants from The VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center and is designed for individuals with disabilities. Altria is excited to offer this 15-week internship program as part of Altria’s Neurodiversity Supported Employment Program. Upon successful completion of the internship, there may be an opportunity for part-time conversion.

Job Description: Altria is currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Inspector Intern to join our team at the Manufacturing Center. In this role, you will support Factory Conformance by completing in-process inspections of tobacco products and packaging on the production floor. Throughout the internship, you will receive on-the-job training, access to a diverse group of mentors, and professional development opportunities. The intern will be responsible for:

• Perform in-process inspections of tobacco products on the production floor
• Inspect packaging to ensure it meets quality standards
• Learn product and packaging specifications and apply them during inspections
• Identify defects or non-conforming product and report concerns to operators and team members
• Record inspection results accurately using forms
• Enter inspection data into ExcelFollow all safety and quality procedures while working in a manufacturing environment
• Communicate with operators and team members about inspection results Plain Language: A Quality Inspector Intern will:
• Check tobacco products to make sure they look right and meet quality rules
• Learn what a “perfect pack” looks like and use that during inspections
• Check cigarettes and packaging (like packs and cartons) to make sure it is correct
• Look for problems like damage, defects, or mistakes
• Tell a team member if something does not look right
• Write down what you find during inspections
• Enter information into a computer system
• Work safely on the production floor This job might be a good fit if you:
• Pay close attention to small details
• Like checking your work and making sure things are correct
• Are comfortable walking and working on a manufacturing floor
• Enjoy learning hands-on tasks
• Can follow clear steps and procedures
• Will follow safety rules