Technical Service Intern - Food & Beverage
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Hydrite
Dodge City, KS, US
Summary
The intern will perform CIP validations and analyze wash cycles at food and dairy customer facilities to provide recommendations for efficiency and cost savings. They will also assist in preparing service reports and present project accomplishments to management at the end of the program.
Job Description
WHO WE ARE
We are a company where people matter.
We are family driven.
We are financially strong.
And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.
BENEFITS
- Competitive pay
- Professional development workshops & training
- In-person networking opportunities with leadership and peers
- Hands-on project experience with real business impact
- Paid volunteer time
- Company-sponsored events and activities
- Potential for full-time opportunities upon graduation
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TECHNICAL SERVICE INTERN (FOOD & BEV) - SUMMER 2027
The primary purpose of this position is to gain practical work experience in the food industry while being assigned a specific project(s) pertaining to the food industry or working with personnel within the assigned region. This role will provide chemical sanitation solutions in a food or beverage processing environment. By taking time to listen and truly understanding your customer’s unique sanitation and process needs, you will be able to offer solutions that improve quality, create efficiencies, and increase both productivity and profitability.
This position will extend from June until August and will work on-site at Dairy and Food Customers 40 hours per week. The role will require flexibility to work off-shift hours, as needed. Overnight work could be frequent.
As a Technical Service Intern, primary responsibilities include:
- Perform CIP validations at various food and dairy customer facilities.
- Analyze wash cycles at various food customers and provide recommendations for time, cost, water, and chemical savings
- Assist with preparing written service / usage reports as requested by customers/managers.
- Assist with providing continuous profit improvement opportunities for customers.
- Provide a thorough, timely analysis for assigned daily, weekly, or monthly projects/tasks that relate to the intern’s area of study.
- Uphold Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality and uphold the professional culture of Hydrite.
- Perform all relevant duties as outlined by your supervisor and all other duties to be assigned.
- Complete a thorough report at the conclusion of the internship program to include a summary of all training projects assigned, learning objectives completed (and those not completed) and how the internship can prepare the intern for a career in the industry. Intern should be prepared to demonstrate their accomplishments in front of Hydrite management at the conclusion of the internship.
REPORTING STRUCTURE
- This position reports to the Regional Manager.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL CRITERIA
- Currently enrolled in accredited university in pursuit of a Bachelor of Science degree. BS Degree in, Food or Dairy Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred.
- Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word and Excel required.
- Must be a self-starter.
- Good presentation skills preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership skills preferred.
- Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Summer Kick-Off Event: A two-day introduction with plant tours, Q&A sessions, team-building, and networking with interns, co-ops, and leaders across Hydrite.
- Learning Opportunities: Development sessions on DISC, career pathing, and soft skills, plus a 2-day showcase to present your projects to leadership.
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- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/hydrite-chemical-co-
- Facebook: facebook.com/hydrite
- YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bs_493NR8RI
Learn more about Hydrite on our website: www.hydrite.com/careers
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At Hydrite we are family driven, financially strong, and looking for problem solvers to join our growing team.
🧪 What we do:
Hydrite is one of the largest independent providers of chemicals and related services in the United States. In other words: we make and supply chemistries that make your food and beverages safer and more flavorful, your water cleaner, your manufacturing line more efficient, and your crops healthier.
🏆 How Hydrite stands out:
-34th Annual Winner of the Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year
-Seven-time winner of the Top Workplaces Award
-Gold designation as a Well Workplace award recipient from WELCOA
-No. 10 on the 12th Annual ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors List
-Ranked on the Deloitte Wisconsin 75 list 17 times
-Record-breaking safety performance
-Privately-held, family-owned company for 95+ years
💬 What employees say about Hydrite:
“The owners truly care about the employees and their families, despite significant growth. This type of environment is becoming more rare. I feel blessed to be part of the success of the organization.”
“Strong family values and great benefits.”
“Everyone cares about everyone else, from the lowest to highest positions in the company.”
🤝 How Hydrite gives back:
Hydrite has a long history of supporting the communities in which we operate through charitable giving. Our culture fosters and facilitates community engagement by our people in both their personal and professional capacities. This includes our Hydrite Helps community engagement program, which has driven thousands of volunteer time and major financial support to local nonprofits in the areas of children’s needs & development, education, environment, and local needs. More on how we give back: https://www.hydrite.com/Community-Giving.htm
We’d love to have you join the team! Learn more about working for Hydrite: https://www.hydrite.com/careers.htm
Founded
1929
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Brookfield, Wisconsin
At Hydrite we are family driven, financially strong, and looking for problem solvers to join our growing team.
🧪 What we do:
Hydrite is one of the largest independent providers of chemicals and related services in the United States. In other words: we make and supply chemistries that make your food and beverages safer and more flavorful, your water cleaner, your manufacturing line more efficient, and your crops healthier.
🏆 How Hydrite stands out:
-34th Annual Winner of the Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year
-Seven-time winner of the Top Workplaces Award
-Gold designation as a Well Workplace award recipient from WELCOA
-No. 10 on the 12th Annual ICIS Top 100 Chemical Distributors List
-Ranked on the Deloitte Wisconsin 75 list 17 times
-Record-breaking safety performance
-Privately-held, family-owned company for 95+ years
💬 What employees say about Hydrite:
“The owners truly care about the employees and their families, despite significant growth. This type of environment is becoming more rare. I feel blessed to be part of the success of the organization.”
“Strong family values and great benefits.”
“Everyone cares about everyone else, from the lowest to highest positions in the company.”
🤝 How Hydrite gives back:
Hydrite has a long history of supporting the communities in which we operate through charitable giving. Our culture fosters and facilitates community engagement by our people in both their personal and professional capacities. This includes our Hydrite Helps community engagement program, which has driven thousands of volunteer time and major financial support to local nonprofits in the areas of children’s needs & development, education, environment, and local needs. More on how we give back: https://www.hydrite.com/Community-Giving.htm
We’d love to have you join the team! Learn more about working for Hydrite: https://www.hydrite.com/careers.htm
Founded
1929
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Chemical Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Brookfield, Wisconsin