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Product Development Intern

Red Gold, Inc.
United States, Indiana, Elwood
Sep 09, 2026
Description What You'll Do: Product Formulating Participate in product ideation and scoping Support development of new products as well as improve existing items across all product segments Produce batches of formulas for development purposes as well as product prototypes and samples Perform analytical testing of prototypes Design and conduct sensory panels Product Testing & Analysis Perform product testing across full range of product attributes (pH, viscosity, brix, color scoring, etc.) Organize and report data collected Analyze data from testing to provide insight on product prototypes Participate in monitoring market samples across product categories Project Management Develop and adhere to project timelines Organize project plans and provide status updates to team Participate in cross-functional project teams to drive projects to successful completion Technical & Administrative Support Perform research as needed to support projects for product development team Participate in conducting sensory panels Assist in creation of technical documentation and product specifications Perform daily calibration and general maintenance of all laboratory and analytical equipment Assist with laboratory upkeep regarding lab cleanliness and organization Requirements for Success: Actively seeking a Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field(s) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Experienced working within a lab Computer knowledge required; MS Office Excellent written and verbal communication skills Physical Requirements & Working Conditions To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear The employee may occasionally be required to crouch The employee may occasionally lift items as heavy as 25 pounds Specific vision abilities may include the employee's ability to see near and far distances Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.