Quality Lab Intern

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description Quality Lab Intern - Summer 2027 The Quality Lab Intern will be responsible for assisting in monitoring quality control, analytical testing, microbiological testing, environmental testing, and coordinating laboratory paperwork. Duties / Responsibilities: Perform microbiological and chemical testing on bulk cheese, ingredients, finished product, equipment, and the plant environment. Participate in split sampling/proficiency testing. Perform environmental swabbing as instructed. Maintain lab/quality supply inventory. Maintain and ensure the accuracy of lab/quality equipment calibration. Develop, maintain, and distribute Certificates of Analysis. Assist with fat, moisture, salt, and pH analyses on bulk cheese and finished products. Perform quality melts on different cheese blends and finished products. Investigate customer complaints and bulk complaints. Assist the Quality Lab Technician in maintaining laboratory and quality-related SOPs. Consistent and reliable attendance to maintain adequate staffing levels and meet customer commitments is required. What You Can Offer: Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program in Food Science, Chemistry, Microbiology, or a related field. Previous experience in a food manufacturing or laboratory setting is desired. Good written and verbal communication skills. Good decision-making skills regarding quality standards. Knowledge of GMP requirements. Knowledge or willingness to learn the AOAC-approved methods for cheese testing. Knowledge or willingness to learn the food standard methods. Good organizational skills and analytical ability. What Masters Gallery Foods Can Offer You We're a company built on many values, among them are passion, integrity, and people, which means if you join Masters Gallery, you'll join a team brought together by enthusiasm, trust, and dedication. Beyond our commitment to offering exceptional products and customer service, Masters Gallery is committed to career development, flexibility, and fun at work. To uphold those values, Masters Gallery Foods provides: Opportunities to give back to the community (drives, activities, matched donations, and more) Green initiatives Training and development programs Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement-free zone Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, ugly sweater contests, and more) Masters Gallery is anEqual Opportunity Employer.We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Equal Opportunity Employer/Women/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/791A01F7E0D34BE0 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.