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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.

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From your PASSION to ours

Midwest Yogurt, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Sr. National Sales Manager K-12 Bid, Foodservice based in Minnetonka, MN.

The Sr. National Sales Manager for K-12 Bid is the subject matter expert responsible for the national K-12 bid strategy, planning, and execution of our Lactalis Midwest Yogurt, Inc. Portfolio (Yoplait, GoGURT, Trix Yogurt, & Mountain High) within the K-12 segment. This is a highly analytical and technical commercial role focused on maximizing our participation and profitability in all state and national school district bid cycles, aligning our product portfolio with USDA SBP/NSLP/CACFP regulations. This Leader works in close cooperation with the Trade & Finance Teams internally to set the multi-year bid strategy, and is a key influencer to Marketing & R&D to establish the innovation pipeline in the K-12 channel. This Leader also works closely with the K-12 Bid Specialist team at the Broker to execute the strategy flawlessly nationwide in each cycle.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

Bid Strategy & Execution: Develop, manage, and implement a comprehensive multi-year K-12 bid strategy, focusing on the top 250 school districts nationwide. Translation of this strategy into tools for the K-12 Bid Specialist team to execute at the Broker in partnership with Marketing. Direct responsibility to call on the top districts across the U.S. with our Broker partners.

Reporting & P&L Management: Work with the sales operations and data and analytics team to code, scrub, and process all bids to report wins/losses/maintenance of bids annually, so we can strategically monitor regional competitive pricing trends and iterate our strategy.

Channels Expertise: Develop and execute tailored sales strategies for the K-12 segment, considering specific nuances of USDA regulation changes, monitoring state legislation closely to influence product renovation needs, and partnering closely with State & National School Nutrition Association.

Collaboration/Internal Influence: Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Finance, and Marketing to align internal resources to meet the complex needs of the K-12 and champion the opportunity to keep kids well fed and ready to learn in schools with our portfolio.

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or a related field
• Minimum of 8+ years of B2B or Foodservice Sales Experience.
• Commercial Acumen: Proven Ability to manage a trade budget and possess a strong understanding or Foodservice procurement mechanics.
• Deep understanding of the K-12 procurement process, including bid cycling, commodity processing, audit materials, meal pattern final rules, and federal funding models.
• Excellent communication, presentation skills, storytelling-strong influencing skills both internally and externally.

Behavioral / Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Agility: Possesses a future-oriented perspective; anticipates complex market shifts in the Non-Commercial space and develops agile, long-term strategies to capitalize on new opportunities and mitigate threats.
• Drives Results: Exhibits a strong sense of urgency and ownership; relentlessly focused on achieving and exceeding P&L and sales targets through rigorous execution and accountability.
• Cultivate Innovation: Challenges the status quo; drives creative ideas and develops unique value propositions to win business and grow market share in mature accounts.
• Influencing & Negotiation: Inspires trust and followership both internally and externally; possesses superior leadership-level communication and negotiation skills to secure profitable agreements and align diverse stakeholder interests.
• Customer Centricity: Builds and sustains deep, collaborative relationships with customers at all levels, acting as a credible partner and industry expert.

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.

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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 American Group part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Cooker Operator II-Mozzarella based in Nampa, ID. The Production Operator II - Mozzarella (Cooker) position is responsible for blending product back into the cheese making process while assuring product meets quality standards. Assure product meets quality standards, and assumes responsibility for the operational flow of the Cooker equipment.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

* Meet efficiency budget levels with maintaining a high quality product.

* Must remove and unload racks of cheese and feed cheese onto conveyors or input lines.

* Stack empty racks for retrieval.

* Accurately complete associated CCP and line operation paperwork while maintaining efficiencies.

* Perform sanitation duties as assigned, and keep work area clean/organized.

* Take immediate corrective action for any product that does not meet quality or product specifications.

* Contribute to continual process improvement and increased performance.

* Participate in internal/external audits and maintain ISO22000/ISO9001/HACCP compliance.

* Attend department meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor or manager.

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

* High School Diploma/General Education Degree preferred.

Experience

* Previous employment in a food industry/manufacturing setting is preferred.

Specialized Knowledge

*

Skills / Abilities

* Basic Math Skills required (must be able to calculate averages).

* Frequently required to lift or move 50 LB. and occasionally lift or move 100 LB.

* Must be able to stand for the entire shift with repatative bending, twisting, gripping, lifting, and reaching.

Professional Certifications

* Food Handler or ServSafe preferred but not required

* HACCP Certification preferred but not required

* Safety/LOTO Training preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

* Standing and walking for extended periods (12-hour shifts)

* Frequent lifting of ingredients, tools, or product materials-typically up to 50 lbs; occasional lifting up to 75 lbs may be required depending on equipment and batch size.

* Repetitive movements, including reaching, stirring, scooping, pushing, and pulling.

* Manual dexterity for handling equipment controls, measuring ingredients, and operating tools safely

* Ability to bend, twist, kneel, and climb short ladders or steps to access vats, mixers, or upper equipment components.

* Ability to tolerate hot and humid conditions, as cheese cookers generate significant heat.

Requirements

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.

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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 butter s, 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 American Group part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a General labor II Packaging Associate based in Nampa, ID. The General Labor II Packaging Associate will be responsible for assuring the finished product meets quality standard and the product identification is correct. Assumes responsibility for the operational flow of machines. Ensures the product meets Lactalis Standards throughout the process and at no time the quality of the cheese is compromised.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

* Meet efficiency budget levels while producing high quality products.

* Ensure the cheese is properly sealed before placing it in correct containers.

* Prepares correct packages and boxes for the days cheese being packaged.

* Loads and operates machines at a set speed and with minimal stops during process.

* Accurately complete associated CCP and line operation paperwork while maintaining efficiencies.

* Maintain clean and organized work area.

* Interact with associates to maintain efficient process flow.

* Weigh cheese.

* Maintain open line of communication with all line workers and supervisor.

* Perform sanitation duties as assigned.

* Report problems and/or concerns to the on-duty supervisor.

* Attend departmental meetings and training as assigned by the supervisor and/or manager.

* Ensure proper use, identification, mixture, and application of chemicals, including the requirements and use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

* Perform other work duties as assigned.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

* High School Diploma or completion of GED preferred but not required.

Experience

* Knowledge of Packaging Processes

. Food handling experience preferred but not required

. Experience in general cleaning, chemical handling

Skills / Abilities

. Oral and written communication skills.

* Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with frequent interruptions.

* Ability to work independently and be part of a team.

* Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning productions.

* Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual attendance.

* Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.

* Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe work.

Professional Certifications

* No professional certifications required.

Physical Requirements

* Standing 10hrs up to 12Hrs

. Repetitive use of hands

. Twisting, bending

**Shift-10:30am-8:30** Up to 12hrs at times**

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.

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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

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis Heritage Dairy, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Maintenance Supervisor based in Tulare, CA.

The Maintenance Supervisor will provide leadership to the Maintenance Department in establishing, organizing, planning, and implementing maintenance programs which will support the maintenance strategy across all three shifts of the operation.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Owner for Maintenance programs such as Preventive Maintenance, Corrective Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Predictive Maintenance, Equipment Overhauls, and Equipment Upgrades. -Position includes the supervision, development, training program and certification needs for the site maintenance team, and the provision of any of the technical services needed to support.
• The Maintenance Supervisor will act as coach/mentor for the Maintenance Planners and Leads for the factory to ensure deep dives into break down elimination and support preventive maintenance planning. Monitor performance of PM compliance goals. Supports Maintenance Leads to prioritize work for execution. Prioritize work as it pertains to food safety and human safety. Provide coaching to areas on equipment reliability.
• The Maintenance Supervisor will provide cross functional support with the Engineering Department for capital projects executed at the site. This will include as appropriate: cost justification, design feedback, project implementation when local labor is used, and support at startups. They will provide back-up support for projects as needed.
• This position will know, understand, enforce, and comply with the sites Environmental Policy. This position targets to support and introduce initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint.
• The supervisor ensures maintenance supports production of high-quality food products. Leveraging team members to propose and execute work that assures compliance to specifications and increases consumer satisfaction.
• The position keeps eye on cash flow per budget (MRO and labor), proposing capital projects where appropriate. Manage stockroom costs and best practices to site practices. Ensure critical spare parts and materials are available as needed.
• The supervisor will support and propose new initiatives to reduce utility costs. This can include through improved efficiency and procurement practices.
• The supervisor will pursue new technologies to improve operations on the processing lines, packaging lines and utilities equipment.
• Is critical to following up with facility team leaders on continuous cost reduction/process improvement ideas and performing other responsibilities as the need arises.
• The position ensures the department is properly trained on how to execute work safely and drive improvements to eliminate any safety risks across the factory.
• Manage properly conservation systems (alarms, security, sprinklers, fire brigade, etc.).
• The candidate must comply with all federal, state, local and company regulatory guidelines. Ensure compliance to PSM guidelines. Be a key member of a HAZMAT team.
• Ensure mechanics and maintenance leads have the proper tools (equipment, training, support, etc.) to support their areas

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

• Requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Engineering degree preferred.
• Food Industry experience desired
• Packaging lines and dryer processing experience a plus
• Requires intermediate computer skills. For example, using Microsoft Office, SAP, and AutoCAD to present all documents related to any projects.
• Ability to work with clients, vendors, and other team members at all levels.
• Ability to learn company and site policies and procedures
• Individual must have interpersonal and team skills to function as a team member and leader.
• Management personnel share responsibility for legality, employee safety, product safety, environmental and quality systems at all time

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.

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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:

Summary: Responsible for a variety of tasks that requires knowledge and/or ability to learn both production equipment and major utility systems. Will work closely with a Class 3 Mechanic or mentor. This is a training/apprentice level. Ability to progress and desire to learn of high importance.

From your EXPERTISE to ours:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. PM's will be done on a daily basis.

2. Troubleshoot and repair production equipment in production operations, utilities, buildings & grounds, etc.

3. Maintains machines with respect to bearings, assembly, disassembly, power transmission, rigging, and lubrication.

4. Effectively completes bench work utilizing common hand tools.

5. Learns to do rudimentary pipefitting of water, steam, and air lines with steel, plastic, and copper pipe materials.

6. Performs routing preventative maintenance on designated equipment. Will assist upper class mechanic on major overhauls. Learns to identify potential issues and reports these to the necessary persons.

7. Attention to detail and accuracy in work required.

8. Clear communication abilities, written and verbal.

9. Knowledge of computer software helpful.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours:

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Qualifications:

* Strong HVAC required.

* Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.

* Mechanical experience necessary, electrical abilities necessary.

* Stationary engineers/ammonia refrigeration experience preferred.

* Must have a valid driver's license.

Education and/or Experience:

* High School Diploma Required

* Trade School level of Electrical or Mechanical training preferred.

* Dairy Experience Preferred

* Basic mathematical skills are required (must be able to calculate averages)

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.

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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 American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Central Planner based in Buffalo, NY.

As a Central Planner, you will be responsible for the short & mid-term capacity, inventory levels and transportation requirements of assigned product line(s) or replenishment management with the objective of maintaining established finished goods level, meeting customer service goals and efficiently utilizing manufacturing resources.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Analyze and prepare reports on plant capacity utilization by product lines.
• Understand KPI (Key Performance Indicators) related to the position, the planning department, and cross functional impacts for best decision for the company.
• Conduct inventory simulations to determine optimal safety stock and inventory levels based on demand and shelf-life constraints.
• Analyze risks of dumps and downgrades and act with CS to minimize or mitigate negative impact.
• Identify problematic SKUs (efficiency, waste risk, volume, labor, etc.) for discontinuation/rationalization.
• Provide finished goods requirements to plant schedulers, monitor production schedules and initiate corrective actions.
• Plan and enter interplant shipment orders for assigned products and/or DCs within inventory standards and lead times.
• Communicate logistics requirements for interplant movement to ensure equipment availability.
• Collaborate with Customer Service and Transportation Planners on inventory plan changes impacting delivery commitments.
• Regularly communicate with Demand Planners to identify FC challenges and production bottlenecks.
• Analyze and manage aging reports and 8-day-to-expire reports to mitigate waste risk.
• Utilize FuturMaster for proper inventory planning.
• Provide meeting recaps and enforce accountability for action items.
• Facilitate monthly/weekly meetings with strategic cross-functional teams (internal & co-packers).
• Coordinate with distribution centers and sales to minimize product loss due to aging.
• Coordinate meetings with Manufacturing to ensure transparency and production efficiencies.
• Prepare and distribute reports on activity and performance metrics.
• Cross-train with other Central Planners and provide backup support during absences.
• Work directly with Supply Planning Manager on projects and process improvements.
• Visit manufacturing sites to understand processes and build relationships.
• Provide training to new or associate supply planners.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• Associate degree or higher preferred; ideally a bachelor's degree or combination of education and industry experience.

Experience

• 1+ years planning experience preferred or combination of transferrable education and experience.
• Experience in food industry, supply chain, or financial analysis preferred.

Certifications and specific knowledge

• Ability to learn and use FuturMaster, Stratum, and AS/400.
• APICS or CPIM certification or similar knowledge is beneficial.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Word.
• Strong communication skills (oral & electronic) for cross-functional collaboration.

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.

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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.

Requirements

*Internal candidates must have been in their current role for at least 6 months and have no active CA's within the past 12 months. *

From your STORY to ours:

Pay: Starting from $34.82hr - $45.40hr

Shift: Night Shift (Currently Hiring)

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts (2-2, 3-2, 2-3)

* Night Shift: 5:50 PM - 6:20 AM

* Facility operates 24/7

* Must be available for overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency coverage as needed

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

* Operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, steam, and compressed air systems

* Perform routine preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs

* Conduct daily ammonia system inspections and rounds

* Support equipment modifications and technical troubleshooting

* Participate in Process Safety Management (PSM) and Root Cause Analysis activities

* Perform maintenance during both production and scheduled downtime

* Assist maintenance technicians and support training of new employees

* Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives

* Ability and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends and holidays.

* Plant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Education:

* High school diploma or GED required

* 1-2 years of electrical and/or mechanical maintenance experience or technical trade certification

* Basic computer proficiency

* Preferred experience with:

Ammonia refrigeration systems

HVAC, compressed air, electrical distribution, and steam systems

* RETA CARO or CIRO certification required or obtainable within 12 months

* Ability to use APR respirators and SCBA

* Ability to perform duties as part of a HAZMAT team

Experience:

* Preferred experience with:

Ammonia refrigeration systems

HVAC, compressed air, electrical distribution, and steam systems

* RETA CARO or CIRO certification required or obtainable within 12 months

* Ability to use APR respirators and SCBA

* Ability to perform duties as part of a HAZMAT team

Physical requirements:

* Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

* Must be able to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling and twisting over surfaces

* Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms

* Wear required PPE including arc flash suits, respirators, and protective clothing

* Work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, or wet environments

* Work around high-speed industrial machinery and food allergens

* Ability to certify as a HAZMAT Technician and respond in Level A suit

* Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions

* Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery

* Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment

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 Dairy (Yogurt) Processor based in Brattleboro.

In this position, the employee is responsible for processing yogurt bases. Perform CIPs and periodic equipment cleaning to ensure the highest quality standards. Receive, test, and separate raw milk, then enter test results and milk load data into SAP. Perform all raw CIPs and cleaning tasks as needed to support departmental requirements while maintaining quality standards. Additionally, perform all pasteurizer operator functions and the other duties listed below.

Full-time opportunity.

Schedule:

12-hourshifts: 6 pm-6 am

Week One: 3 Days on 4 days off

Week Two: 4 Days on, 3 days off

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Must be able to operate processing equipment, adhering to all quality assurance, productivity, OSHA, and safety standards.
• Must be able to assemble and disassemble equipment for proper cleaning / sanitizing and operating per manufacturer's instructions.
• Must monitor and control all temperatures, pressures, and flow of product throughout the processing cycle in accordance with established quality assurance standards.
• Must adhere to established testing procedures and provide required samples to laboratory for appraisal prior to all finished products being packaged.
• Must monitor and control the flow of product from processing to packaging

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

• Demonstrate commitment to a safe working environment.
• *Operate lab equipment in support of milk testing.
• *Update milk compositions
• *Ability to operate equipment using Human Interface System (HMI)
• *Input batch results and inventory control using SAP
• *Complete chart verification to state standards
• *Perform cleaning (MSS) and periodic maintenance as scheduled
• *Follow all standard operating procedures (SOP) and good manufacturing practices (GMP)
• *Follow all lock out/tag-out procedures.
• *Practice good housekeeping
• *Ability to plan and schedule batches with limited supervision
• *Full understanding of clean-in-place system and process
• *Physical ability to perform on equipment maintenance as necessary

Skills / Abilities / Specialized Knowledge

* HTST trained or willing to attend training

* Understanding of food safety and HACCP

* Flexible mindset

* Ability to work independently and make decisions

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.

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.

Requirements

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a 3rd shift Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Technician based in Belmont, Wisconsin. This position will require the ability to work in a team atmosphere as well as individually to repair, install, adjust, or maintain production and packaging equipment. This will also include equipment that is servo-mechanical as well as electro-mechanically operated. All work needs to be done in a clean sanitary manor as required in a food manufacturing plant. Candidates must be available to work weekends.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

* Repair or maintain the operating condition of the equipment used in production and packaging of a dairy product

* Align, fit, or assemble component parts and hardware, using hand or power tools

* Observe and test the operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using voltmeters or other testing devices

* Preform preventive maintenance functions such as cleaning, lubricating, adjusting, or replacing parts as needed per scheduled maintenance

* Operate newly repaired equipment to verify adequacy or repairs

* Ability to read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequence of assembly

* Test performance of electro-mechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as electronic voltmeters

* Operate, test, or maintain robotic equipment used in various areas of operation

* Ability to effectively communicate with operators, fellow maintenance staff, and supervision to perform required tasks

* Record parts or materials used and ordered or requisition new parts or materials as necessary using Inventory management software

Candidate must have the following attributes/skills; strong attention to detail and accuracy, personal qualities of tact and dependability, possess good manual dexterity, vision abilities (close, distance color and ability to focus ), able to push/pull/lift and carry at least 50 pounds occasionally and 100 pounds with assistance, be able to stand for entire shift, be able to perform repetitive movements (e.g. twisting, gripping, lifting, bending, reaching, climbing) and must be able to work over 40 hours per week (weekends are required).

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

* High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)

* Electro-Mechanical Maintenance Associate's Degree, Certificate or Apprenticeship, and/or equivalent experience

Experience

* Previous electro-mechanical experience making repairs and improvements in a manufacturing setting is required

* Previous experience in food or dairy manufacturing is preferred

* Stable and dependable work history is required

Specialized Knowledge

* Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology

* Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance

* Knowledge of electronic equipment repair and PLC applications and programming

Skills/Abilities

* Troubleshooting, critical thinking, and complex problem solving is a priority

* Ability to perform routine maintenance on production and packaging equipment

* Ability to work in a food industry or manufacturing environment

* English Language- ability to effectively communicate verbally and written

The ideal candidate will be proactive and dynamic, flexible and receptive to new ideas, down to earth and pragmatic, analytical and attentive to detail. He or she will also be capable of working independently in adherence to regulations, of managing stress and remaining calm under pressure, and be able to demonstrate an inquiring mind and well-developed observational skills. Will demonstrate a sense of responsibility and high professional standards, honesty and integrity, and objectivity.

Sign On Bonus & Pay: We are offering a $2,000* Hiring Bonus to new hires for hourly positions. *Bonus amount is a gross amount. $1,000 will be paid out in the paycheck following 90 days of active employment; an additional $1,000 will be paid out in the paycheck following 180 days of active employment. *Temporary, part-time and certain rehired employees are not eligible. *Attendance and performance rules apply.

Pay: $35.75 to $39.40/hr + $2.50/hr 3rd shift premium, dependent upon skills and experience. Weekend premium: 20% more ($7.15/hour to $7.88/hour).

Hours: 3rd shift: 9:00 PM to 5:15 AM

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

Lactalus USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Packager based in Brattleboro, VT.

We're looking for a reliable and meticulous Packager to join our team. In this role, you'll ensure the quality and accuracy of our food products by moving them from the filler line to the prep area for distribution. You'll work as part of a collaborative team, and your ability to multitask and prepare shipments properly will be key to your success.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Picking, sorting, and placing materials
• Preparing shipments
• Moving products using manual or motorized equipment

This role is temporary - all employees within this role have the opportunity to apply for a Permanent Position after 120 days.

Shift Information

• 1st Shift 6 am - 2:30 pm Mon - Fri
• One rotating Saturday per month
• Hourly Wage: $18.50

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Work on the assigned line to assist with the packaging of yogurt containers by way of machine and/or hand packing.
• Uphold quality, safety, and cleanliness standards within designated areas.
• Communicate with other team members to ensure efficient plant operations.
• Set up the oncoming shift for a successful run.
• Perform any duties necessary to support the team.
• Obtain information necessary to perform duties at pre-shift tailgate meetings and by meeting with outgoing employees.
• Vigilantly monitor equipment operation for indications of impending problems and possible operational improvements.
• Trained to operate a pallet jack. \"We will train you if you don't have experience operating pallet jacks\".

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

• Maintain food safety and quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Required to wear food safety/sanitation clothing.
• This position necessitates conformance to personal hygiene regulations.
• Report food safety problems to personnel with the authority to initiate action.
• Ensure all programs are being upheld and documentation is current.

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.