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Business Manager

Sterling, VA · On-site

Five years+ experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG) related sales or analytical roles * Ability to analyze complex data and create solutions for differing customer and client goals * Negotiation ...

GomezLee Marketing

$35K - $47K/yr

GomezLee Marketing is a leading Trade Marketing firm that provides solutions to global CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) and Consumer Electronics brands. With offices in twelve countries across Central ...

Globant

SSR Managing Director

Chicago, IL · On-site

Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Growth Own and execute the go-to-market strategy and growth plan for the Consumer Packaged Goods portfolio. Drive sustainable multi-million-dollar revenue ...

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GomezLee Marketing

$35K - $47K/yr

GomezLee Marketing is a leading Trade Marketing firm that provides solutions to global CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) and Consumer Electronics brands. With offices in twelve countries across Central ...

W3Global Inc.

Production Supervisor

Severn, NC

$60K - $70K/yr

ROLE - Shift Supervisor (Manufacturing consumer-packaged goods) LOCATION - Severn, NC WORK TYPE - Full-Time | On-Site | 1st Shift ABOUT THE COMPANY A well-established food manufacturing and consumer ...

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How much do consumer packaged goods jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for consumer packaged goods in the United States is $91,189.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $114,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a consumer packaged goods job?

A Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) job involves working with products that are sold quickly and at a relatively low cost, such as food, beverages, personal care items, and household goods. These roles exist in areas like marketing, sales, supply chain, research and development, and brand management. Professionals in CPG focus on product innovation, distribution strategies, and consumer trends to drive business growth. Many CPG jobs are with major manufacturers like Procter & Gamble, Unilever, and Nestlé, as well as retailers and distributors.

What does a typical workday look like in a consumer packaged goods role?

A typical workday in the CPG industry often involves cross-functional collaboration with teams like marketing, sales, supply chain, and research and development. You might spend your day analyzing sales data, tracking inventory, coordinating with suppliers, and strategizing promotional activities. Many positions also require regular meetings to discuss progress on product launches or market expansion initiatives. The environment is usually fast-paced and team-oriented, offering exposure to various facets of the business and opportunities to develop a specialized or broad-based skill set in the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a consumer packaged goods position, and why are they important?

To thrive in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry, you typically need a solid background in marketing, sales, supply chain management, or product development, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with data analytics tools, ERP systems, and knowledge of retail tracking databases like Nielsen or IRI is often required. Strong communication, project management, and adaptability are valuable soft skills for collaborating across departments and responding to changing consumer trends. These abilities ensure efficient product launches, streamline operations, and enable quick responses to market opportunities in a highly competitive sector.

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Infographic showing various Consumer Packaged Goods job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $91,189 per year, or $43.8 per hour.

Quality & Food Safety (QFS) Intern - Summer 2027

North Branch, MN • On-site

Post Consumer Brands
Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$25/hr

Temporary, Internship

Posted 13 days ago

Post Consumer Brands rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Business Unit Overview
Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company's portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats™, PEBBLES™, Grape-Nuts™ and Malt-O-Meal™ cereal and Peter Pan™ peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat food. Post also provides private label solutions to customers in pet food, cereal, nut butters and granola. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn or Facebook for the latest news.
Location Description
Northfield, Minn. is home to two Post Consumer Brands manufacturing plants, the Campbell Mill and Ames Mill, two distribution centers, and more than 750 team members. The Campbell Mill plant is 1 million square feet and is home to 7 manufacturing technologies to produce a wide variety of cereal products our customers know and love. Northfield is a town steeped in history, featuring two colleges and the original Ames Mill where the Malt-O-Meal Company got its start.
Responsibilities
Help Deliver Safe, High-Quality Products to Millions of Consumers
Interested in food science, quality systems, manufacturing, or continuous improvement? Join Post Consumer Brands as a Quality & Food Safety (QFS) Intern for a 13-week summer experience designed to provide meaningful work, professional development, and hands-on exposure to the consumer packaged goods industry.
As a QFS Intern, you'll work alongside experienced professionals to help ensure the safety, quality, and consistency of products consumers enjoy every day. You'll gain exposure to quality assurance, food safety programs, manufacturing operations, and continuous improvement initiatives while building practical skills that prepare you for a future career in the food industry.
What You'll Do
Depending on business needs and your interests, you may have opportunities to:
  • Support quality and food safety programs that help ensure products meet consumer and customer expectations.
  • Analyze quality data and identify opportunities to improve product performance and manufacturing processes.
  • Participate in audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives within the plant.
  • Assist with root cause investigations and problem-solving efforts related to product quality.
  • Gain exposure to food safety systems, regulatory requirements, sanitation programs, and manufacturing best practices.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams across Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and Product Development.

Potential Project Opportunities
  • Reducing product quality defects and improving process performance.
  • Supporting internal and customer audit activities.
  • Leveraging technology and digital tools to improve quality and food safety processes.
  • Identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and product quality

Specific projects and assignments will be determined before the internship based on business needs and intern interests.
Why Intern at Post?
  • Work on projects that have a real impact on product quality and consumer satisfaction.
  • Participate in professional development, networking, and social events.
  • Build relationships with leaders, mentors, and fellow interns.
  • Present your work and recommendations to business leaders.
  • Gain experience that can help launch a future career with Post Consumer Brands.

Qualifications
What We're Looking For
  • Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Food Science, Food Processing, Chemistry, Engineering, Microbiology, or a related field.
  • Graduation date between December 2027 and May 2028.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with others.
  • Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a manufacturing environment.
  • Interest in the consumer-packaged goods (CPG), food manufacturing, or quality profession, with a desire to explore career opportunities with Post Consumer Brands after graduation.
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Preferred
  • Previous internship, leadership, work, research, or project experience.
  • Interest in pursuing future opportunities with Post Consumer Brands.

Internship Perks
  • Competitive pay and starting bonus
  • Professional development, networking, and social events
  • Exposure to leaders across the organization

Past interns have worked on projects that improved business processes, partnered directly with plant leadership, and built skills that helped launch their careers in manufacturing and consumer packaged goods.
Compensation for this role is $25.00 per hour.
This role will be posted until October 4, 2026.

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