Dairy Foods Manufacturing Management Track (MMT) Associate

Land O'Lakes • Spencer, WI

1d • $70,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Dairy Foods Manufacturing Management Track (MMT) Associate The Dairy Manufacturing Management Track (MMT) is a training position designed to develop future leaders in manufacturing. Participants will gain hands-on experience in all aspects of plant operations, including regulatory compliance (safety and quality), maintenance, human resources, and administrative functions. Program Overview: Participants will engage in a structured curriculum that includes formal training, work assignments, strategic projects, career development, networking opportunities, and community service involvement. After 12 months, participants will transition into a supervisory role within a Dairy Plant, managing a team of 10 to 40 production operators and contributing to the production of millions of pounds of cheese or butter. Key Responsibilities: - Learn and support all plant processes including safety, quality, maintenance, HR, and administration. - Participate in formal training and strategic projects. - Supervise production operations after 12 months. - Lead and develop frontline team members. - Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. Graduates of the MMT program have advanced into roles such as: - Technical Manager - Production Manager - Quality Manager - Reliability Engineer

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, food science, ag business, animal science, supply chain, operations management, or agriculture related field with an expected graduation date of Spring 2026
• Demonstrated leadership in school/academic/industry-related clubs
• Willingness to relocate for the program and then upon program completion is required
• Make effective decisions and can work independently with limited supervision
• Interact well with customers, suppliers, employees and management of all levels
• Solve and resolve issues quickly and effectively
• Demonstrated safety awareness, quality orientation, and a focus on process improvement
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong time management skills and detail-oriented
• Willing to work extended hours during peak seasons

Nice To Haves

• Previous exposure to dairy manufacturing or general production environment is preferred

Responsibilities

• Learn and support all plant processes including safety, quality, maintenance, HR, and administration.
• Participate in formal training and strategic projects.
• Supervise production operations after 12 months.
• Lead and develop frontline team members.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources.
• Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees