Operations Rotational Specialist
About The Position
We are seeking two dynamic, collaborative, and driven individuals to join the Grande family in a role focused on accelerated learning within our manufacturing and supply chain environments. Grande’s Operations Rotational Program provides you with the opportunity to rotate between our manufacturing facilities and functions while gaining invaluable hands-on leadership and problem-solving experience over the course of two years. You will be exposed to various facets of our business, culture, and decision-making processes. We will ensure you acquire an in-depth understanding of our operations and people leadership principles. You will emerge from the program with a broad skillset equipping you to be an effective and agile leader within the organization! Once graduated from the program, you will be placed in a non-rotating role where you will thrive in an organization focused on Associate development. Grande prides itself on providing an environment where Associates can control their own destiny and convert their professional aspirations into reality. If you have a solid academic and training background in food science/food manufacturing, supply chain, or engineering, have a passion for continuous learning and innovation in the dairy industry and in your last year of your academic program, come practice the concepts you learned in class in a real-world setting and seize the opportunity to grow with Grande today!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other operations disciplines.
Nice To Haves
- Related internship experience.
- General experience working with manufacturing facility and design, preferably in food processing.
- Knowledge or experience with using Lean Methodologies (e.g., Standard Work, 6S, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC Problem Solving, Kaizen, Six Sigma, etc.).
- Demonstrated leadership ability including ability to effectively speak and present information and respond to questions.
- Knowledge of USDA, FDA, OSHA and environmental regulations, codes, and standards.
- Planning and prioritization skills, innovation, multi-tasking, goal setting, analytical skills, adaptable, continuously looking to raise the bar for progress.
- Ability to understand, influence, drive, and negotiate with internal and external customers.
- Strong knowledge in mathematical concepts such as fractions, ratios, value analysis, thermodynamics, to resolve engineering designs and problems.
- Must have the ability to understand apply lean concepts, data analysis and project management principles to drive process and project efficiency.
- A demonstrated ability for problem solving and root cause analysis.
- Strong written, verbal and presentation skills.
Responsibilities
- Rotate between manufacturing facilities and functions.
- Gain hands-on leadership and problem-solving experience.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of operations and people leadership principles.
- Develop a broad skillset to become an effective and agile leader.
- Be placed in a non-rotating role after program graduation.
Benefits
- Free onsite clinics.
- Free onsite fitness center.
- Free healthy snacks throughout facility.
- Health and wellness reimbursement program.
- Associate cheese purchasing program.
- Two-year mentorship program.
- Relaxation rooms (based on location).
- Coffee and gelato bar (based on location).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
