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Flora Food Group

R&D Food Scientist

Hugoton, KS · On-site

Internship or academic experience in a pilot plant or food manufacturing preferred. * Strong foundation in food science and process engineering; hands-on experience on the plant floor. * Basic ...

Flora Food Group

R&D Food Scientist

Hugoton, KS · On-site

Internship or academic experience in a pilot plant or food manufacturing preferred. * Strong foundation in food science and process engineering; hands-on experience on the plant floor. * Basic ...

Flora Food Group

R&D Food Scientist

Liberal, KS

Internship or academic experience in a pilot plant or food manufacturing preferred. * Strong foundation in food science and process engineering; hands-on experience on the plant floor. * Basic ...

Flora Food Group

R&D Food Scientist

Dodge City, KS

Internship or academic experience in a pilot plant or food manufacturing preferred. * Strong foundation in food science and process engineering; hands-on experience on the plant floor. * Basic ...

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Flora Food Group

R&D Food Scientist

Hugoton, KS

Internship or academic experience in a pilot plant or food manufacturing preferred. * Strong foundation in food science and process engineering; hands-on experience on the plant floor. * Basic ...

Cargill

Supply Chain Internship - Summer 2027

Wichita, KS · On-site

$21 - $29/hr

  • PTO

... food they need to thrive. At a Glance: To be considered for employment, candidates must apply ... Our internships are designed to prepare you for your career journey, not a final destination. When ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for food internship in Kansas is $15.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.88 and $17.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel as a Food Intern, you typically need a background in culinary arts, nutrition, or hospitality, often supported by relevant coursework or enrollment in a related degree program. Hands-on familiarity with kitchen equipment, food safety protocols, and inventory management systems is important. Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and effective teamwork help interns stand out in busy kitchen or food service environments. These skills ensure interns contribute to efficient operations, maintain safety standards, and develop professionally for future roles in the food industry.

What is a food internship?

A food internship is a temporary position designed to give students or aspiring professionals hands-on experience in the food industry. Interns may work in restaurants, food production companies, catering businesses, or related areas, assisting with tasks such as food preparation, research, quality control, or menu development. These internships provide practical training, industry exposure, and networking opportunities that can help launch a career in the culinary or food science fields.

What kinds of hands-on experience can I expect during a food internship?

During a food internship, you'll typically gain practical experience in various aspects of food preparation, kitchen operations, and sometimes even menu development or food safety protocols. Interns often rotate through different stations, assisting chefs with ingredient prep, cooking, plating, and clean-up, while also learning about inventory management and kitchen hygiene standards. Depending on the establishment, you may have opportunities to shadow experienced culinary professionals, participate in team meetings, and contribute to special events or projects. This immersive environment is great for building foundational skills and understanding the fast-paced nature of the food industry.

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R&D Food Scientist

Flora Food Group

Hugoton, KS • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Location: On-Site at Hugoton, KS Factory
 
Reports To: Pilot Plant Supervisor / Senior R&D Manager

About the Role 

We're looking for a Food Scientist to support pilot plant operations and industrial implementation of new products. In this role, you'll assist with trial execution, data collection, and commissioning of new production lines, while ensuring hygiene, safety, and efficiency in our experimental platform. You'll also coordinate the collection of sales samples and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a hands-on role for someone passionate about food science and process engineering who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do 

Pilot Plant Operations

  • Assist in planning and executing pilot plant trials with R&D project leads.
  • Prepare equipment configurations and manage raw material and packaging inventory.
  • Support trial execution, troubleshooting, and post-trial cleaning (CIP).
  • Collect, format, and analyze trial data from acquisition systems.
  • Maintain hygiene, safety, and first-level maintenance of pilot plant equipment.

Production Support & Industrial Implementation

  • Support commissioning of new production lines by verifying process parameters and product specifications.
  • Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Engineering, and Operations for smooth product scale-up.
  • Participate in factory audits and identify optimization opportunities.
  • Monitor product quality during production runs and assist in root cause analysis.

Continuous Improvement & Documentation

  • Contribute to shop floor improvement initiatives focused on performance KPIs.
  • Update SOPs and maintain documentation related to pilot plant operations and safety.
  • Stay current with food processing technologies and propose equipment upgrades.

Training & Collaboration

  • Assist in training interns and temporary staff on pilot plant procedures and safety protocols.
  • Participate in technical workshops and cross-functional collaboration for product launches.

About You 

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Bioprocessing, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing operations.
  • Internship or academic experience in a pilot plant or food manufacturing preferred.
  • Strong foundation in food science and process engineering; hands-on experience on the plant floor.
  • Basic understanding of food processing equipment and hygienic design.
  • Experience in improving processes, recipes, equipment upgrades, and testing methodologies.
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Team-oriented with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

What's next 

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