Food Safety Intern
C.H. Guenther & Son
This intern will be an active participant in the C.H. Guenther Internship Program cohort, receiving mentorship, professional development, and networking opportunities. C.H. Guenther is dedicated to delivering an enriching internship experience that goes beyond hands-on work to support long-term professional growth.
The intern program will run from June 8 to August 14, 2026.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Learn and support assessment of environmental and hygiene-related food safety risks, including microbiological and stored product considerations.
Review existing sanitation, hygiene, and environmental monitoring process controls to understand current effectiveness.
Assist in identifying opportunities to strengthen process controls to reduce environmental contamination and pest-related risk.
Support the development and revision of FSQA procedures and work instructions aligned with recommended improvements.
Assist with planning and execution of a small-scale pilot to evaluate proposed hygiene and sanitation enhancements.
Support documentation of pilot results, observations, and learnings.
Contribute to a recommended implementation and rollout plan to support consistent adoption across shifts.
Collaborate with FSQA and Operations partners to support standardization, training readiness, and sustainability of improvements.
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Certifications and Experience:
Junior or Senior pursuing a degree in Food Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Prior experience with Quality and Food Safety software management is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Proficient use of computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and related software or application.
Proficiency in of SharePoint, SAP, SPC and other applicable Quality and Food Safety software systems preferred.
Strong attention to detail, ability to manage data accurately, and effective cross-functional communication.
Ability to manage complex projects including software implementations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to effectively interact with personnel in other departments and maintain positive working relationships.
Ability to think independently, analyze problems, and recommend solutions.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Expectations:
Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in Integrity & Respect, Empowerment, Accountability, Collaboration, and Agility.
Candidates relocating from a distance of more than 50 miles will be eligible for a housing stipend.
At C.H. Guenther, we value transparency in compensation. By providing the salary range for this role, we aim to promote fairness and help candidates make informed choices about their career. The salary range for this role is:
$17.58 - $27.33Actual compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as geographic location.
C.H. Guenther & Son will never offer or pay a wage or salary that is not compliant with applicable local, state, or federal pay laws, including minimum salary thresholds.
We also offer a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, retirement savings options, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance programs, educational assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.
For additional information about our company, go to www.chg.com.
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All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the pre-employment screening process which includes a drug screen and review of criminal background and other records as required.
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