2027 Food Safety Quality Assurance Summer Internship

Fresh Mark Inc.•Massillon, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Fresh Mark's internship program promises a journey that will fuel your career aspirations and set you apart in the competitive professional landscape. From day one, you'll dive headfirst into a dynamic environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth flourish. As an intern, you'll be entrusted with real responsibilities, working alongside industry experts who are passionate about mentoring. The summer internship program is a 12-week program that is expected to begin with orientation on May 25, 2027, and conclude on August 13, 2027. All internships are paid opportunities. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Requirements

Currently enrolled and pursuing a 4-year degree at an accredited college or university in the following majors: Food Science, Animal Science, Meat Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or a related technical science degree.
18 years of age and Junior status by the start of the internship program.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint.
Willingness to learn and work in a team environment.
Proactive thinker and self-motivated.
Strong time, project, and organizational management skills.
The ability to work independently.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Adherence to safety practices and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Successful completion of pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

Final product approval and assurance of compliance to customer specifications.
Daily assessment of process quality parameters and quality assurance systems, including calibration, raw materials, maintenance, procedures, food safety, training, and auditing.
Data analysis, trend identification, troubleshooting, corrective action, and communication with regards to processing data, final product, and wastewater.
Develop and maintain food safety training materials, including handwashing, Ready-to-Eat (RTE) handling, and other food safety awareness videos for facility displays.
Assist with planning and coordinating annual Food Safety Month activities and employee engagement initiatives.
Maintain and update supplier and food safety documentation and forms within TraceGains.
Develop, update, and maintain food safety training videos and materials.
Assist with the implementation of nonconformances within tracking system.
Maintain and organize LIMS records and data.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned (i.e., Process improvement projects, development and modification of Food Safety and Quality procedures and documents and assisting with process start-ups and projects.