Operator-DMC -Mozzarella Make Department

Select Division•Nampa, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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, Président® 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. At Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a DMC Operator II based in Nampa, ID . The successful candidate will safely operate the draining mat conveyor (DMC), monitor the pH, filtration system, and whey through the dicing process. This position is responsible for the overall quality and must perform quality inspections throughout the cheese-making process.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Previous experience working in manufacturing or food industry preferred.
Previous experience as a Machine operator
Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions.
Must be able to identify variables within the manufacturing process and make any necessary adjustments.
Basic Math Skills required (must be able to calculate averages.)
Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a manufacturing facility for extended periods
Ability to lift up to 55 lbs unassisted, repeatedly
Ability to climb stairs and ladders as required by the process
Ability to work in warm processing areas, cool rooms, and around operating equipment
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Responsibilities

Safe operation of the draining mat conveyor.
Start up, shut down, clean in place, and troubleshoot equipment when appropriate.
Monitor pH and perform quality sampling.
Operate HMI and maintain all records/documents per policy.
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.
Attending department meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor or manager.