Quality Control Intern 2026

senecafood•Rochester, MN

5d•$19

About The Position

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby’s®, Aunt Nellie’s®, READ®, Seneca Farms®, Green Valley®, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable)®, CherryMan®, Paradise®, Pennant®, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements. Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, 401K, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off and more! Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great! Come join the Seneca Foods team – Apply now! General scope and Function- Every 30 minutes check for the following (net weights, percentages, proper coding, and metal detectors), also ensure that the proper product is being used. Work closely with the QC supervisor and shift supervisor in recording proper paperwork and to prepare broker samples. Monitor GMP adherence throughout production facility and recommend any corrective action that are necessary. The hourly rate for this position is $18.54 per hour. Duties and physical requirements: Requires the ability to bend, lift, carry, push and pull varying weights up to 50 lbs sometimes in an awkward position. Requires the ability to stand, walk, get along with other employees, to follow directions, and to work under stress with good attendance. Ability to function without direct supervision. The employee is expected to complete all job assignments in accordance with established procedures to meet quality, production and safety goals. Must be able read and write English legibly, have a simple math aptitude and keep accurate records. Must follow all safety rules and regulations. Wear appropriate clothing and equipment. Follow all good manufacturing practice guidelines, and keep work area clean. The ability to functions in temperatures from -5 to +60 F. Other duties assigned by management.

Requirements

Requires the ability to bend, lift, carry, push and pull varying weights up to 50 lbs sometimes in an awkward position.
Requires the ability to stand, walk, get along with other employees, to follow directions, and to work under stress with good attendance.
Ability to function without direct supervision.
Must be able read and write English legibly, have a simple math aptitude
The ability to functions in temperatures from -5 to +60 F.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols
Ability to work in a fast paced, production environment
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point)
Willingness to learn and contribute to the overall success of the quality team
Currently pursuing a degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field.

Responsibilities

Every 30 minutes check for the following (net weights, percentages, proper coding, and metal detectors), also ensure that the proper product is being used.
Work closely with the QC supervisor and shift supervisor in recording proper paperwork and to prepare broker samples.
Monitor GMP adherence throughout production facility and recommend any corrective action that are necessary.
Complete all job assignments in accordance with established procedures to meet quality, production and safety goals.
Keep accurate records.
Follow all safety rules and regulations.
Wear appropriate clothing and equipment.
Follow all good manufacturing practice guidelines, and keep work area clean.
Other duties assigned by management.