Part-Time QA Laboratory Intern

Penn State University; University (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A major educational institution in Florida is seeking a part-time intern for the Quality Assurance Lab. The role involves assisting with product testing and managing related documentation. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail, food science experience, and must be available to work weekends. This hands-on position requires effective teamwork and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices.

Qualifications

• Candidate must be available to work weekends.
• Experience with food processing at lab, pilot plant, or manufacturing level required.
• Ability to follow Good Manufacturing Practices for the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist with testing and evaluating products.
• Manage ingredient and finished product documents.
• Support the manufacturing of dairy products.

Skills

High attention to detail

Teamwork

Food science experience or similar

Job description

# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please to complete the. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete . **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see .** **JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**The Penn State Berkey Creamery is currently seeking a part-time intern to assist in the Quality Assurance Lab. This is a hands-on position that requires active physical and mental participation, with or without accommodation. Working hours may possibly involve late evenings, early mornings and weekend hours on occasions as schedules accommodate.Job Duties:* Assisting with testing (analytical, microbiological) and evaluating (organoleptic) and release of products* Managing ingredient and finished product documents including specifications, recipes, nutritional labels, standard operating procedures and other documentation related to food quality and safety in support of the manufacturing of dairy productsRequirements and qualifications:* High attention to detail* Must be available to work weekends* The student should have food science experience or similar exposure to food processing at the lab, pilot plant or manufacturing plant level* The student must be able to work as part of a team as well as with a diversified group of people* The candidate selected must be able to follow Good Manufacturing Practices for the food industry **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review . **EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please to complete the Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.