Fall 2026 Operations Intern

Purity Dairies, Inc.; Nashville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Purity Dairies, Inc. in Nashville invites motivated individuals for an entry-level position gaining exposure to dairy quality assurance, safety, operations and maintenance.

The role includes assisting in audits, supporting pasteurizing, packaging and storage processes, and helping analyze production data to meet regulatory standards. Strong English skills and a high school diploma preferred; on-site duties with a $20.00 hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Production or general work experience preferred.
• Certification and/or license – may be required during course of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform short projects (weight checks, analyze efficiencies, process identification) and work on database set up and structuring (preventative maintenance, pallet tracking, butterfat tests).
• Assist in preparation of audits (SQF, regulatory, organic) and work in different areas in the plant in order to gain familiarity with process flow.
• Work with pasteurizing, separating, freezing, cooling, filling, mixing, standardizing, packaging and storing operations of milk, ice cream and cultured products.
• Assist in compilation and analysis of production and cost data required for company or government reporting.
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately.
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues.
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Skills

Follow directions

Teamwork

Record keeping

Fast-paced work

Basic math

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Production experience preferred

Certification/license may be required

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE
Gain exposure to many facets of the dairy industry, focusing on quality assurance, safety, operations and/or
maintenance depending on the field of studies for the student intern and needs at the facility.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform short projects (weight checks, analyze efficiencies, process identification) and work on database set up and structuring (preventative maintenance, pallet tracking, butterfat tests)
• Assist in preparation of audits (SQF, regulatory, organic) and work in different areas in the plant in order to gain familiarity with process flow
• Work with pasteurizing, separating, freezing, cooling, filling, mixing, standardizing, packaging and storing operations of milk, ice cream and cultured products
• Assist in compilation and analysis of production and cost data required for company or government reporting
• Report any food safety and food quality related issues to management immediately
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Production or general work experienced preferred
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Able to follow directions and carry out instructions
• Able to effectively work in a team environment
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

$20.00 - $20.00 / hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

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