R&D Summer Intern (1751)

R&D Summer Intern (1751) Job Details Job Location : SH - CBC - South Holland, IL | CBQ - South Holland, IL Position Type : Full Time Job Shift : 1st Description About Us : Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin. As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences. At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals. Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years. Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities. Position Summary : Summer Internship to help R&D develop new innovative products which include ingredients and formulation development, process identification and data and product analysis of test results. Key Responsibilities : Supports process improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality Work closely with cross-functional teams (production, quality assurance) Executes plant trials documenting equipment settings, key observations and trial outcomes Collect samples for lab analyses to assure that product meets specifications Review and interpret data to provide recommendations and next steps Perform routine data entry in computer and support, sensory evaluations, shelf-life studies, and quality testing Other duties may be assigned on an as needed basis. Education & Experience : Currently enrolled in Meat Science / Food Science / Biology curriculum in college or another similar undergraduate field. Interest in R&D / Production development. Working Conditions : Office work and plant work will require warmer attire. Location can be at the Montgomery, IL and South Holland, IL locations. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) PI12c2396bd67d-25448-38786360