Berkey Creamery Part-time Production Plant Intern

Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA Full-time Manufacturing / Production / Operations

Posted on April 12, 2024

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Berkey Creamery Part-time Production Plant Intern

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State Berkey Creamery is currently seeking a student intern to assist in the processing of dairy products in the Creamery Plant.

Duties include:

Assist in the production of dairy products in selected areas of manufacturing including fluid milk processing and bottling; ice cream processing and packaging; cultured dairy products processing and packaging
Assist in production support activities from receiving of materials through distribution of finished products
Assist in the operation of equipment including completing pre-operative and post-operative activities
Perform sanitation or inventory count duties as requested
Rotate responsibilities as deemed appropriate to enhance experience and support manufacturing including cross assignments in Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Assist in the development of SOP's and SSOP's and other manufacturing procedures
Prepare supplies for routine production including ingredient preparation, packaging preparation, etc.
Conduct routine monitoring of finished products to assure compliance with all quality/regulatory standards including in-process quality checks
Assess equipment and methods for improved manufacturing performance
Actively participate in trials in the Creamery plant or Food Science pilot plant in conjunction with the Technical Service Staff and Creamery Management
Collect, analyze, review and summarize production data, as required, to support manufacturing. Participate in productivity efforts as assigned.
Participate in safety and quality inspections. Prepare written final reports; present summaries of findings to Creamery Management and Food Science Staff, as deemed appropriate.
Participate in off-site field trips to enhance learning as deemed appropriate
Maintain clean work areas to the satisfaction of the supervisor; Interact with Creamery Management and Staff, Technical Service Staff, Food Science Staff and other internal or external associates as deemed appropriate
Participate in special projects or perform other tasks and duties as requested by supervisor, as well as any other tasks as trained and assigned by Supervisor

The intern position is under the direction of the Berkey Creamery Management and Food Science Department. The intended outcome of the internship is to gain a basic understanding of the concepts and skills associated with dairy products processing through a hands-on approach.

The position requires active physical and mental participation in the plant activities during the times of plant operation (10:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. weekdays). The position requires a minimum of 10 hours per week commitment. Pre-requisites: Preliminary coursework in Quality Assurance, Food Science or related fields. Preferably experience in a laboratory or food manufacturing environment. Must comply with Good Manufacturing Practices.

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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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