Quality Assurance Intern (Summer 2027)

Schreiber Foods; Carthage (MO); On-site; USD 13,638,000 - 13,804,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

401(k) plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Discounts on Schreiber Foods products

Job summary

Schreiber Foods is offering a Quality Assurance Intern position at one of our US manufacturing facilities. This 100% on-site internship runs Monday–Friday and supports food safety, quality initiatives, and plant-specific projects.

You will document QA processes, input and analyze data, and assist with testing, HACCP, and audits while learning from the QA team. Candidates pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s in food science, dairy science, microbiology, or related fields, graduating in December 2027

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's in relevant field with graduation by December 2027 or later.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week during Summer 2027.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead small quality improvement projects with plants and teams.
• Create and update documentation for food safety, quality, and lab processes.
• Input and analyze data to support QA initiatives.
• Assist with testing, HACCP, SQF, audits, and supplier quality projects.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans and customer requirements.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Teamwork

Data analysis

Education

Food science degree

Graduation 2027+

Job description

Job Category:Temporary/OtherJob Family:InternJob Description:As a Quality Assurance Intern , you will have the opportunity to work alongside the Quality Assurance team at one of our US manufacturing facilities. This internship will be focused on supporting food safety and quality initiatives, company objectives and plant-specific assignments. It is designed to prepare successful interns for a possible future career with Schreiber Foods.This internship is 100% on-site (Monday-Friday) and will be based at one of our US manufacturing facilities. Available locations include Shippensburg, PA; Grand Rapids, MI; Southwest Missouri; Stephenville, TX, Richland Center, WI; Beloit, WI, and Cache Valley, UT.Relocation Assistance is provided if relocating 50 miles or more for this internship.This is a paid internship with an hourly rate of pay: $20.75.What you’ll do:Lead small quality improvement projects within the team, working with plants and other areas of Schreiber FoodsCreating and updating documentation for food safety and quality and lab processesGaining knowledge about our products and applying that knowledge to improve processes and practicesInputting and analyzing dataCompleting projects related to testing, quality systems, sanitation, auditing, HACCP, training, SQF, suppliers, and other related topicsAssisting the quality teams on ongoing projectsTogether with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.What you will need to succeed:Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in food science, Dairy Science, Microbiology, Bacteriology, Food Microbiology or closely related field with a graduation date of December 2027 or later.Ability to work 40 hours per week during the summer of 2027Ability to work at least 10 weeks of the summer, 12 weeks is preferred, with flexible start and end datesEffective oral and written communication skillsAbility to work independently as well as in a team environmentAbility to take ownership of assignments and complete themDesire to grow and take on new challenges and opportunitiesAbility and desire to work within a plant manufacturing settingAbility to multi-taskPossess a strong technical foundation in the sciences; dairy knowledge desired but not requiredReliable transportationInternship benefits:Opportunity to complete real-world projects, participate in team meetings and contribute your ideasExposure to different areas of the business around the worldInternship program that includes engaging events and opportunities to build relationships at all levelsRelocation assistance (for eligible internships)Rewards program for referring othersEight free counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance ProgramCompany-provided retirement contributions per year through our 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership PlanVolunteer opportunities to give back to the communityDiscounts on our products and moreFor positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.Want to be alerted of new openings? Sign in and click the cloud in the upper-right corner to view your profile. From there you can setup Job Alerts .