Quality Assurance Intern

AgropurLake Norden, SD
109d

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
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