Packaging Operator - Whey

Lactalis American Group Inc•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. Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Operator II - Whey based in Nampa, ID.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Ability to follow standard operating procedures and quality requirements
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
Ability to work 12-hour shifts in a production setting
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)

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a food manufacturing or production environment preferred
Experience operating industrial processing or packaging equipment is a plus
Familiarity with whey or cheese processes is beneficial but not required

Responsibilities

Operate assigned whey processing and packaging equipment, including systems such as Permeate Packaging, WPC Dryer, Membrane, Evaporator, Dryer, and Line CIP
Perform equipment start-ups, shutdowns, and routine operational checks
Monitor processes to ensure product quality, accuracy of product identification, and compliance with specifications
Identify and troubleshoot routine operational or mechanical issues and escalate concerns as needed
Complete required production, quality, and food safety documentation accurately and timely
Follow all Food Safety Management System, GMP, and safety requirements
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Participate in department meetings, trainings, and continuous improvement activities
Other duties as assigned based on operational needs