Operations Leadership Associate

Agropur • Lake Norden, SD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Our Manufacturing & Operations Leadership Development Program is designed for new graduates who aspire to become the next generation of leaders within our manufacturing network. Inspired by industry-leading programs, this structured 18 months rotational experience offers hands-on exposure across key areas of our operations. Through progressive rotations, mentorship, and leadership coaching, you will gain the technical, operational, and people-management skills needed to lead teams in a high-performance manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in Dairy Manufacturing, Food Science, Production & Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related technical or business field
• Demonstrated leadership through internships, campus involvement, or team projects
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Mobility to relocate for assignments (if required)
• Genuine interest in leading teams in a manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

• Internship or relevant project experience in manufacturing, operations, or industrial technology (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Work directly in production environments, supporting process optimization and taking on early team‑coordination responsibilities.
• Follow a personalized development plan supported by mentorship, coaching, and leadership workshops.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams and gain visibility with senior leaders.
• Be considered for a frontline leadership or supervisory role upon successful completion.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with 7% company contributions
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Advancement Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree