American Foods Group · 3 months ago
GMP Facilities & Process Engineer Intern
US-
Internship
Onsite
InternAmerican Foods Group is a company focused on the nutraceutical manufacturing industry, and they are seeking a GMP Facilities & Process Engineer Intern. This role involves leading the design and implementation of equipment upgrades, managing contractor work, and ensuring the maintenance of major equipment within the facility.
Food and BeverageFood DeliveryFood Processing
Responsibilities
Lead the design, installation, and qualification of major equipment upgrades throughout the facility
Provide guidance and expertise to the leadership team for equipment purchasing decisions
Develop project plans which include scope, schedule, and related budget
Assist in procurement of equipment, accessories, and balance of systems
Develop and ensure execution of Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), and Performance Qualification (PQ) for all major pieces of equipment
Provide expertise on equipment setup and parameters to the Operations team
Coordinate and manage all contractor work on site
Provide detailed documentation of all equipment, process, and procedural changes through the established change control system
Develop and maintain a system to manage the maintenance and care of major equipment within the facility
Develop and execute a comprehensive pest management system for the facility
Drive process improvements through Six Sigma or related methodologies
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 21 years of age by the start of the internship
Must have completed your Junior year at a credited College or University
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
Have the desire and ability to work well both independently and cross functionally
Are willing to engage others through strong communication and leadership skills
Are an inquisitive individual that has a desire to gain knowledge through experience
Ability to perform all duties required in both office and manufacturing environments wearing proper PPE
Have reliable transportation to and from working location
Computer literacy and strong skills with Office 365
Expertise in GMP regulations (specifically 21 CFR Part 111)
Demonstrated experience in project management
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
Understanding of GMP, HACCP, and FDA Dietary Supplements regulations
Excellent problem solving skills
Must be a dependable person, with a team-first mentality
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Must be capable of leading and championing change within the team
Must be able to identify, prioritize, and carry to completion all relevant tasks
Ability to lift and/or carry > 50 lbs./22 kgs
Proficiency in English, Preferred Bi-lingual English/Spanish
Benefits
Temporary Housing Assistance
Provided housing at no cost to you.
Earning a competitive wage.
The opportunity to become exposed and develop knowledge and skills associated with the food processing business.
Thrive in a teamwork environment, honing interpersonal skills, and formulate potential career opportunities.
Manage various projects throughout the internship that are specific to your declared discipline.
Earn academic credits though a supervised educational internship (if applicable).
Learn specifically about American Foods Group and gain real work experience that you cannot achieve in the classroom.
Company
American Foods Group
American Foods Group is a food processing company that produces and delivers fresh beef products to its customers.
Founded in 1946
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-09-23Grant· $10M
Leadership Team
Steven Van Lannen
President and Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-09-21
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