Material Processing Examples Jobs in Usa

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• Obtain your NCP (National Check Professional) credentials and continue your education to stay up to date on the regulations.
  
• Provide excellent customer service and professional interaction with internal customers while processes requests, questions, and issues related to all aspects of the Deposit Processing through email, phone, and chat service.
  
• Effective use of work on a computer to perform job duties and prioritize tasks in order of importance; ensuring that tasks are completed in a timely manner to meet deadlines.
  
• Maintain compliance by following bank policies and procedures.
  
• Thorough knowledge of processing duties which includes but is not limited to NSF decisions, non-posts, stop pays and cash letters procedures.
  
• Thorough knowledge of adjustments/corrections and check representments and chargeback items.
  
• Perform daily overdraft processing, stop/hold review, rejected item review within established time frames according to MACHA rules and bank processes and procedures.
  
• Review daily reports and general ledger account reconciliations. Make correction/adjustment entries as appropriate.
  
• Daily review of fraud software to identify potentially fraudulent checks. This includes communication with the frontline to educate and identify fraudulent items.
  
• Daily review of classification/indexing software to process all documents in a timely manner.
  
• Identity and suggest process improvements for daily tasks and department functions.
  
• Act as an internal resource for unusual situation/problem investigation and resolution activities associated with UFS, TMR, PSI Capture, ASV and Bankers Bank when Deposit Processing Team Lead is not available.
  
• Take ownership of projects and/or procedure to assist the Team Lead.
  
• Provide necessary reporting to Deposit Processing Supervisor and/or Deposit Processing Team Lead.
  
• Uphold Nicolet's philosophy and policies by maintaining appropriate controls to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, thereby fulfilling legal responsibilities and enhancing the quality of Nicolet.
  
• Ability to understand the value of diversity within the workplace and to work successfully with others without regard to age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, culture, religion, disability status, socioeconomic status, or other non-job-related classification. A commitment to Nicolet's policies on equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination with a willingness to pursue efforts of inclusion and respect toward different perspectives.
  
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
  

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• High School diploma or equivalent
  
• 2 years bank experience required
  
• NCP Certification preferred
  

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• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
  
• 401(k) with a company match
  
• PT0 & 11 1/2 Paid Holidays
  

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• Support the setup and launch of the new Process Technologies & Development lab, including workspace organization, equipment installation support, and qualification readiness.
  
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a broad range of primary container and analytical laboratory equipment, including:
  
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  • Leak detection systems
    
  • Headspace analyzers
    
  • Optical and particle counting microscopes
    
  • MicroCT scanners
    
  • Automatic filling equipment
    
  • Filtration and mixing tanks
    
  • Balances and related instrumentation
    
  
  
  
• Independently refine and develop laboratory processes and equipment workflows to improve efficiency, robustness, and usability.
  
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, calibration records, and instrument readiness documentation.
  
• Ensure laboratory organization, including consumables tracking, chemical inventory, and compliance with safety, quality, and documentation requirements.
  
• Partner with Facilities, Metrology, EH&S, and cross-functional Process Development teams to support seamless lab operations and timely issue resolution.
  

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• Apply sound scientific judgment in planning and troubleshooting experimental studies.
  
• Support method development, workflow optimization, and evaluation of new technologies relevant to primary container development and characterization.
  
• Drive continuous improvement in lab workflows, equipment utilization, and operational efficiency.
  
• Maintain a culture of cleanliness, organization, and scientific excellence within the laboratory.
  

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• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related technical field.
  
• Hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry) with strong familiarity in equipment operation and laboratory best practices.
  
• Demonstrated experience designing and executing experiments with strong attention to detail and scientific rigor.
  
• Excellent organizational skills with a proven ability to maintain a clean, structured, and efficient laboratory environment.
  
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  

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• Experience supporting laboratory setup, including equipment installation, qualification, and initial operational readiness.
  
• Familiarity with a broad range of laboratory equipment, including routine operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
  
• Experience with studies involving:
  
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  • Container Closure Integrity (CCI)
    
  • Extractables and Leachables
    
  • Device-drug interface evaluations
    
  • Fill-finish operations
    
  
  
  
• Ability to design and refine lab workflows that improve efficiency and usability across teams.
  
• Prior experience working within cross-functional development teams.
  

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis US Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Utilities & Processing Manager based in Londonderry, NH.

The Utilities and Processing Manager is responsible for leading the performance, reliability, and compliance of all plant utility, environmental, and milk processing systems. This role oversees cross-functional maintenance teams, drives energy-efficiency and sustainability initiatives, and manages complex capital and operational projects from planning through execution. The manager ensures utility operations-including HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, compressed air, glycol, electrical distribution, and wastewater systems-are safe, efficient, and compliant with regulatory and corporate standards. In addition, the role provides technical leadership for milk processing systems, ensuring consistent product quality, equipment reliability, and continuous improvement. This position collaborates closely with internal teams, contractors, and external regulatory partners to support operational excellence, long-term asset health, and site-wide performance goals.

Project Management:

Create long- and short-term plans, including setting targets for milestones and adhering to deadlines. Making effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project. Serve as a point of contact for all project personnel, (contractors, internal support resources, etc.), to ensure teams remain in synergy. Communicate with internal and external business partners to keep the project aligned with their goals and targets. Performing quality control on the project throughout execution to maintain the standards expected. Adjust project schedules, targets, milestones, project financing, and escalations as needed.

Plant Utility Systems:

Drive plant utility efficiencies to positively impact energy savings in line with Sustainable Environmental goals. Supervise and manage the Utilities Maintenance Department to provide technical oversight for utility systems including HVAC, ammonia refrigeration, boilers, air compressors, glycol systems, and electrical distribution. Lead energy conservation efforts, manage plant utility projects, and partner with other business partners to ensure compliance with plant standards for all non-utility related projects.

Environmental Systems:

Provide technical assistance and oversight for the Industrial Pretreatment Facility, (WWTP), as well as all other Plant Utility Environmental Compliance. Oversee the execution of all environmental contracts, audits, and submit regulatory documents to ensure compliance. Manage 3rd party environmental contractors and align with corporate sustainability manager(s) for corporate sustainability initiatives.

Milk Processing Systems:

Directly manage the Maintenance resources for all Milk Processing systems. Establish mid- and long-term preventative maintenance plans to ensure the reliability of these systems. Including, but not limited to Raw incoming milk, Ingredient batching, Pasteurization, and CIP systems. Adhere to all Quality and PMO standards. Partner with Internal teams, external contractors, and suppliers to successfully execute continuous improvements and reliability initiatives.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Oversee and execute Utility and Processing project(s) development, execution, and project and Maintenance budgets.
• Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality as defined in plant and department procedures
• Ensure all projects with a production increase are supported by all Utility and Processing systems as well as in compliance with any plant environmental impact.
• Identify opportunities in energy efficiency to reduce cost and reduce the specific energy consumption by strengthening preventative maintenance responses and development of breakthrough projects aligning the production to the company mission for environment and sustainable development.
• Assembles energy usage data, completes weekly and monthly KPI reports and communicates reports on consumption; review and approve invoices.
• Using weekly and monthly KPI reports, develop, own, and execute action plans based on opportunities found in data trends.
• Lead and supervise the planning and implementation of strategies to promote a proactive and comprehensive maintenance program for all Plant Utility Systems (WWTP, Ammonia Refrigeration, Boiler & Steam Systems, Air Compressor), and Milk Processing Systems.
• Supervise and oversee utility operations to ensure Utility Systems and Processing technical teams are staffed and operated in an effective manner and that all are within applicable permit limits.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• A major in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• 5+ years of utility and resource maintenance and reliability management in a manufacturing facility. Experience in an energy-intensive or highly energy-conscious manufacturing facility is preferred.

Certifications and specific knowledge

• The following certifications are preferred for this role: Wastewater Systems certification, Boiler Operator, and Ammonia Operator.
• Experience with ammonia systems and Process Safety Management (PSM) for ammonia systems
• Experience with high-pressure boiler systems, operations, and regulatory compliance
• Experience in safety and environmental processes to maintain a manufacturing facility in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Excellent organizational skills to prioritize and execute inventory and preventative maintenance demands daily.
• Proven ability to take initiative and establish processes and programs while working independently.
• Proven ability to supervise, train, develop, review performance, and motivate subordinates.
• Solid written and oral communication skills.
• Computer literacy to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, and a maintenance-based software system.
• Proven ability to participate as a member of the plant leadership team and form sound working relationships with all members of the organization.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints
• Ability to operate in a team environment
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
• Strong technical background - Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, fluid dynamics, motor controls, instrumentation, and PLC programming.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Sr. Process Project Manager based in Casa Grande, Arizona. As a Senior Yogurt Process Project Manager, the role will carry out responsibilities such as but not limited to leading and executing strategic capital investment and process improvement projects that enhance the design, performance, and reliability of our yogurt manufacturing operations. The role includes overseeing projects from concept through full implementation, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, plant operational needs, and product quality expectations. Responsibilities include driving process design, managing cross-functional project teams, supporting production and quality operations, and ensuring successful commissioning of new or upgraded yogurt processing systems. Additionally, the Senior Yogurt Process Project Manager will collaborate with other Lactalis USA Corporate team members, the Lactalis Group Corporate Engineering & Equipment Department, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Plant Engineering and Operations teams to align duties with the company's goals and values.

• Define project objectives, deliverables, and performance criteria to support strategic business goals within yogurt manufacturing and processing.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to evaluate technical constraints, operational impacts, and cost-benefit considerations.
• Partner with Key Stakeholders at Corporate and Plant level - including Production, Quality, Planning, R&D, Finance, Safety, Maintenance, and Engineering - to obtain buy-ins and to ensure that project designs meet business, operational, and regulatory expectations.
• Develop complete project packages including process flow diagrams, P&IDs, equipment layouts, scopes of work, cost estimates, timelines, ROI, and risk assessments required for capital project justification and submittal.
• Identify, evaluate, and prequalify suppliers, engineering firms, and equipment vendors aligned with corporate standards and yogurt processing technology requirements.
• Lead vendor negotiations to secure competitive quotations for capital assets, installation services, and engineering support.
• Prepare comparative analyses and recommendations for purchasing decisions and capital investment approvals.
• Lead end-to-end project management for yogurt process initiatives, from conceptual design through commissioning, ramp up, project closure, and handover.
• Maintain and distribute comprehensive Project Schedules, identify critical paths, implement mitigation initiatives, and propose acceleration plans to ensure all projects are completed in accordance with the timelines in the Savings Plans and ROI calculations.
• Coordinate and facilitate project review meetings, develop and distribute meeting minutes, and escalate issues or risks to key stakeholders as required.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning activities to ensure equipment performance aligns with specifications and project objectives.
• Oversee installation, startup, and optimization of yogurt processing systems, resolving technical issues and ensuring seamless integration with existing operations.
• Ensure all projects comply with corporate engineering standards, environmental regulations, food safety requirements, and applicable industry codes.
• Promote continuous improvement and standardization of yogurt processing technologies across the global manufacturing network.
• Travel to domestic and international manufacturing sites, vendor locations, and corporate offices as necessary to support project planning, execution, and commissioning.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• A major in Food, Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering is required.

Experience

• 8+ years working on Capital Expenditure, managing multi-million-dollar projects is required. Corporate or multi-site project management experience is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in the Dairy, Beverage, or Liquid Food Manufacturing industry is required.
• 5+ years of experience in a USDA or FDA regulated industry is required

Certifications and specific knowledge

• The following certification is recommended for this role: Project Management Professional certification.
• Knowledge of Capital Project Management tools (Project Initiation, Stage-gate, Risk Management, Cost Tracking, FAT/SAT protocol Development and Execution, Project Closure) is required.
• Knowledge of Contract Management and Vendor Management are required.
• Knowledge of Food Safety & Regulatory requirements (Pasteurized Milk Ordinance, Sanitary Design, 3-A Standards, cGMP, Microbiological control) is required.
• Understanding of Dairy Process unit operations (Separation, Standardization, Pasteurization, Homogenization, Fermentation, etc.) is required.
• Knowledge of Mass & Energy Balances and Process Modeling is required.
• Knowledge of Tank and Piping design (including agitation, heat transfer, hygienic fittings, pumps, valves) is required.
• Understanding of Production Lines, OEEs, Capacity & Saturation calculations, and integration with upstream process equipment is an asset.
• Understanding of process Automation & Controls (PLC, Scada, MES, Batch and Recipe management) is a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications, MS Project, and AutoCAD is required. Knowledge of Excel pivot tables and macros is preferred.

Work Conditions

• Travel is required up to 75% monthly.
• Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) will be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
• This position requires physical presence in the office, in accordance with the guidelines of the Hybrid Work Policy.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.
In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

Join us as our nextProcess Technology Manager, Reporting to our Head of Operations. You will coordinate Process Technology initiatives to bring consistency to the value chain with the aim to guide internal efficiency and customer satisfaction.

You will be based in Lakeland, FL.

In this exciting role you will:

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• Drive continuous improvement in citrus oil processing and liquid compounding operations.
  
• Lead process industrialization for new formulas and product transfers.
  
• Support yield, cost, capacity, and quality improvement initiatives.
  
• Provide technical leadership and strategic input for Naturals process development in NOAM.
  
• Act as a technical consultant for troubleshooting, capacity modeling, and CAPEX project support.
  
• Drive implementation, change management and knowledge sharing
  
• Develop operating instructions and parameters for equipment and manufacturing processes.
  

Technical Skills

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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills using structured methodologies.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to train and influence at all organizational levels.
  
• Proven collaboration skills across functions and geographies.
  
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  
• Proficiency in distillation, extraction, and compounding processes associated with citrus oils
  
• Knowledge of Food Safety and Quality Systems (such as FSSC, AIB, ISO, GMP, GHP, HACCP)
  

Required Qualifications:

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• University degree in Chemistry or Engineering.
  
• Related experience of minimum 5 years of which at least 3 years in equivalent position.
  
• Product formulation and industrialization experience desirable.
  
• Working knowledge of quality control methods such as HPLC, GC, and titration desirable.
  
• Continuous Improvement mindset and familiarity with Lean fundamentals.
  
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (intermediate Excel) and SAP experience.
  
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across technical, production, and leadership teams.
  
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently under minimal supervision.
  

What We Can Offer You:

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• Healthcare Plan:
  
• Medical
  
• Dental
  
• Vision
  
• High matching 401k plan
  
• Vacation days
  

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Sr. Process Engineer based in Buffalo, NY.

The Sr. Process RSPC, Cheese & Powder Project Manager is responsible for managing and leading projects related to the RSPC's areas and the process manufacturing of our cheeses and powder products, from design to full implementation and support the plant production and quality operations. Working with Operations, Research and Development, the Project Manager will be responsible for optimizing the various production systems, which directly and indirectly support the manufacturing process by implementing new process or modifying actual process. Will be involved with existing and new processes in the company.

Travel will be required up to 75% of the time to plants based in NY, WI, CA, ID, NH, VT, AZ, TN & MI or to manufacturers/vendors site locations nationally and internationally.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Develop drawings, scopes of work, budgets and timelines as needed to prepare a project for submittal.
• Source vendors, negotiate and acquire quotes for project investments.
• Source, negotiate and acquire quotes for budgetary needs
• Manage projects.
• Track projects cost and maintain them within budget.
• Coordinate project review meetings to include setting them up, keeping meeting notes, and reporting out results to key stakeholders.
• Manage principles for the effective execution of projects.
• Work cross-functionally to ensure projects meet the needs of all key stakeholders to include but not be limited to Quality, Food Safety, Planning, Operations, and Maintenance.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests as required to validate equipment purchases.
• Lead and assist in the development of the annual capital budget.
• Travel and / or extended or off work hours may be required based on project needs.
• This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) may be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these Essential Duties and Responsibilities.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.

Experience

• 5+ years' experience working on capital expenditure projects as project manager,
• Food Industry required,
• Dairy process preferred,
• Minimum of 5 years of USDA or FDA regulated plant experience supporting manufacturing and utilities

Specialized Knowledge

• Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel skills; macros, pivot tables, AutoCAD (equipment & P&ID dwg)

Skills / Abilities

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to audit, investigate and improve manufacturing process machinery,
• Effectively communicate to internal and external customers,
• Prioritization, organization, time management, and follow-up skills,
• Continuous improvement mindset,
• Ability to work with minimum supervision,
• Ability to travel to plant and machine manufacturers sites nationally and internationally.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

Position Location:

This position is located in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Los Alamos is a tight-knit mountain community that consistently ranks as one of 's Best Small Towns in America. The city is a top spot for outdoor enthusiasts as it has more than 120 hiking and biking trails, and residents enjoy easy access to the Pajarito Mountain Ski Area. Thanks to the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos' presence in the area, Los Alamos also has a college-town vibe that's a major draw for young professionals, families and retirees.

426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

Position Summary

The job will require personnel to sort, segregate, and size reduce radioactive waste while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment with respiratory protection. Work must be executed compliantly in accordance to detailed operating procedures while working in a team atmosphere. The use of various hand tools and power tools will be required for daily job functions. While working to achieve N3B LLCC objectives, will ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner; will maintain required safety, security and operational training; assure procedural and regulatory compliance; and make safety, security and quality an integral part of every task; including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to):

• Responsible for proper handling, packaging, treatment and documenting hazardous and radioactive waste exhibiting chemical and radiological hazards.
• Providing technical support including opening waste containers, removing waste items if possible, and describing the waste items and recording the results.
• Routine interaction with various personnel in coordinating characterization, certification, and disposition of waste items and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements with regard to receipt, storage and disposal of waste items. .
• This position requires job specific/site specific training.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities):

• Must have an understanding of work hazards, safety practices, and operating configurations
• Experience working in a team environment with a strong safety culture
• Work experience in a quality-oriented environment requiring a high degree of attention to detail
• Familiar with handling and/or transporting solid, liquid, hazardous, radioactive, and/or mixed wastes
• Familiar with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations relating to the handling of solid, liquid, hazardous, radioactive, and/or mixed wastes
• Familiar with legal requirements and environmental impacts affecting facility operations and administration
• Ability to understand inspection and/or characterization data on waste containers
• Experience in documentation and maintenance of records for solid, liquid, hazardous, radioactive, and/or mixed wastes
• Knowledge in the use of personal computers including database applications
• Ability to obtain certification as a forklift and qualified crane operator
• Ability to qualify in the use of personnel protective equipment including air purifying respirators
• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts (e.g. 8-hour days, 9-hour days, or 10-hour days
• Must have the ability to pass and maintain all qualifications as required by the Department of Energy (DOE) Order 426.2, and N3B
• Effective interpersonal skills (e.g., ability to work as part of a team, communicate effectively, work/interact effectively and amicably with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures)
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey thoughts clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing

Education and Experience Required:

Level 1: Must possess a High School diploma or GED with zero years of relative experience. Per DOE O 426.2, this position requires a High School diploma.

Level 2: Must possess a High School diploma or GED and two years of related experience. Per DOE O 426.2, this position requires a High School diploma.

Benefits and Salary:

N3B offers all full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k) with employer matching, medical, dental, vision, paid PTO, and more. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and education.

Business Associations:

Level 1: Contacts are primarily within immediate work unit. Contacts involve obtaining or providing information requiring little explanation or interpretation.

Level 2: Contracts are typically with individuals within their own department and occasionally with contact with outside own organization. Contacts involve obtaining or providing information or data requiring some explanation or interpretation.

Impact:

Level 1: Errors can be easily and quickly detected within the immediate work unit and would result only in minor disruption or expense to correct.

Level 2: Errors may be detected and corrected but may cause moderate loss of time or customer/user dissatisfaction.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Work will be performed in a complex environment involving radiological control and security areas. Work will be performed both inside and outside of buildings in varying weather conditions

Subject to adverse weather conditions, fumes, toxic agents and hazards associated in the operation and maintenance of waste disposition.

Safety, Security, and Quality

While working to achieve N3B LLCC objectives, the Waste Processing Operator will ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner to include protecting the confidentiality and integrity of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). This role will maintain required safety, security and operational training; assure procedural and regulatory compliance; and make safety, security and quality an integral part of every task; including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

Equal Opportunities

N3B is an equal opportunity employer. N3B will ensure no applicant for employment or employee is denied equal opportunity because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs.

Description

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At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Sr. Process Project Manager based in Londonderry, New Hampshire. As a Senior Process Project Manager, the role will carry out responsibilities such as but not limited to leading and executing strategic capital investment and process improvement projects that enhance the design, performance, and reliability of our yogurt manufacturing operations. The role includes overseeing projects from concept through full implementation, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, plant operational needs, and product quality expectations. Responsibilities include driving process design, managing cross-functional project teams, supporting production and quality operations, and ensuring successful commissioning of new or upgraded yogurt processing systems. Additionally, the Senior Yogurt Process Project Manager will collaborate with other Lactalis USA Corporate team members, the Lactalis Group Corporate Engineering & Equipment Department, R&D, Quality, Finance, and Plant Engineering and Operations teams to align duties with the company's goals and values.

• Define project objectives, deliverables, and performance criteria to support strategic business goals within yogurt manufacturing and processing.
• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies to evaluate technical constraints, operational impacts, and cost-benefit considerations.
• Partner with Key Stakeholders at Corporate and Plant level - including Production, Quality, Planning, R&D, Finance, Safety, Maintenance, and Engineering - to obtain buy-ins and to ensure that project designs meet business, operational, and regulatory expectations.
• Develop complete project packages including process flow diagrams, P&IDs, equipment layouts, scopes of work, cost estimates, timelines, ROI, and risk assessments required for capital project justification and submittal.
• Identify, evaluate, and prequalify suppliers, engineering firms, and equipment vendors aligned with corporate standards and yogurt processing technology requirements.
• Lead vendor negotiations to secure competitive quotations for capital assets, installation services, and engineering support.
• Prepare comparative analyses and recommendations for purchasing decisions and capital investment approvals.
• Lead end-to-end project management for yogurt process initiatives, from conceptual design through commissioning, ramp up, project closure, and handover.
• Maintain and distribute comprehensive Project Schedules, identify critical paths, implement mitigation initiatives, and propose acceleration plans to ensure all projects are completed in accordance with the timelines in the Savings Plans and ROI calculations.
• Coordinate and facilitate project review meetings, develop and distribute meeting minutes, and escalate issues or risks to key stakeholders as required.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning activities to ensure equipment performance aligns with specifications and project objectives.
• Oversee installation, startup, and optimization of yogurt processing systems, resolving technical issues and ensuring seamless integration with existing operations.
• Ensure all projects comply with corporate engineering standards, environmental regulations, food safety requirements, and applicable industry codes.
• Promote continuous improvement and standardization of yogurt processing technologies across the global manufacturing network.
• Travel to domestic and international manufacturing sites, vendor locations, and corporate offices as necessary to support project planning, execution, and commissioning.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• A major in Food, Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering is required.

Experience

• 8+ years working on Capital Expenditure, managing multi-million-dollar projects is required. Corporate or multi-site project management experience is preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in the Dairy, Beverage, or Liquid Food Manufacturing industry is required.
• 5+ years of experience in a USDA or FDA regulated industry is required

Certifications and specific knowledge

• The following certification is recommended for this role: Project Management Professional certification.
• Knowledge of Capital Project Management tools (Project Initiation, Stage-gate, Risk Management, Cost Tracking, FAT/SAT protocol Development and Execution, Project Closure) is required.
• Knowledge of Contract Management and Vendor Management are required.
• Knowledge of Food Safety & Regulatory requirements (Pasteurized Milk Ordinance, Sanitary Design, 3-A Standards, cGMP, Microbiological control) is required.
• Understanding of Dairy Process unit operations (Separation, Standardization, Pasteurization, Homogenization, Fermentation, etc.) is required.
• Knowledge of Mass & Energy Balances and Process Modeling is required.
• Knowledge of Tank and Piping design (including agitation, heat transfer, hygienic fittings, pumps, valves) is required.
• Understanding of Production Lines, OEEs, Capacity & Saturation calculations, and integration with upstream process equipment is an asset.
• Understanding of process Automation & Controls (PLC, Scada, MES, Batch and Recipe management) is a plus.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications, MS Project, and AutoCAD is required. Knowledge of Excel pivot tables and macros is preferred.

Work Conditions

• Travel is required up to 75% monthly.
• Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs
• To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) will be provided.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
• This position requires physical presence in the office, in accordance with the guidelines of the Hybrid Work Policy.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.