Quality Assurance Intern

Agropur • Lake Norden, SD

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About The Position

Invest in you, Join Agropur as a Quality Assurance Intern in summer 2026 at one of our US manufacturing facilities. We dairy you! What Agropur invests in YOU: Competitive hourly wage Apply your education in a world-class dairy manufacturing operation Meet Agropur leaders and expand your professional network Prepare to launch a successful career Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree or Master's program in a Dairy Science, Food Science, Chemistry - or Agricultural Science-related program as a candidate for graduation.
• Strong Communication: Able to communicate clearly and professionally with all levels, both internally and externally.
• Customer Focus & Initiative: Dedicated to meeting expectations, acting with customers in mind, and driving results with minimal supervision.
• Collaboration & Adaptability: Works effectively in team environments, adapts quickly to change, and maintains constructive relationships.
• Organizational & Technical Skills: Demonstrates strong time management, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant tools.
• Problem Solving & Accountability: Applies logic to solve challenges, scopes tasks accurately, and consistently delivers high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Agropur's Food Safety, Quality and Employee Safety requirements at all times.
• Learn and assist with conducting routine Quality Inspections related to food production: Finished Product quality, regulatory, compliance, pest control, employee GMPs, training compliance and HACCP compliance.
• Learn and assist with conducting pre-operational and routine sanitation inspections.
• Assist with executing QA Hold/Release functions on incoming Raw ingredients, packaging and Finished Products.
• Learn to anticipate, trouble shoot, and resolve problems with good manufacturing practices and/or sanitation quickly.
• Collect samples for equipment, environmental and in-process monitoring.
• Review documentation as it relates to food safety requirements and facility policies.
• Perform documentation review and inspection of all raw materials, packaging and finished product.
• Take direction on assignments and then work autonomously or with appropriate team(s) to accomplish assignment objectives.
• Acquire current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments and applicable laws related to Quality Assurance in a dairy manufacturing environment.
• Thoroughly learn about the Agropur business model and how to run an efficient Quality department.
• Actively meet and speak with Quality employees to learn the various aspects and responsibilities of their jobs.
• Learn to work safely and efficiently, while maintaining accuracy.
• Successfully pass any assessments or tests required to work within the Quality Assurance department.
• Present a summary of projects and lessons learned at end of internship, if applicable.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Opportunity to apply education in a world-class dairy manufacturing operation
• Networking opportunities with Agropur leaders
• Preparation for a successful career

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree