Dairy Palletizer Operator - Kickstart Your Career with PTO

Lactalis American Group; Nampa (ID); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off from day one

Job summary

Lactalis American Group in Nampa, Idaho, is hiring a Palletizer Operator, Level I, to efficiently stack finished product on pallets, ensure correct labeling, and maintain accurate box counts on the line.

You will work with forklift-friendly processes, follow safety rules, and collaborate with line workers and supervisors to keep daily production flowing. High school or GED preferred; 1–2 years of palletization experience is a plus, and adaptability in wet, hot conditions is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• 1–2 years of experience in machine operations and palletization.
• Experience with CIP and COP.
• No specialized knowledge required.

Responsibilities

• Stacks finished product neatly on pallets.
• Affixes boxes to pallets with shrink wrap for forklift movement.
• Ensures correct labeling and completes the finished goods sheet.
• Maintains open communication with line workers and supervisor.
• Performs sanitation duties as assigned.
• Adheres to safety rules and attends trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Wet/humid environment

Multitasking

Team player

Cleaning knowledge

Punctual attendance

Cross-cultural interaction

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Machine operations

Palletization

CIP COP

Job description

Description

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

From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Palletizer Operator, Level I. The Palletizer operator is responsible for placing packaged and boxed products onto the pallet and maintaining an accurate count of boxes. Ensures that each box contains the correct labeling, coding, and other box markings. Assumes the responsibility for the operational flow of the line. Adheres to all policies and procedures.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

· Stacks finished product neatly on pallets.

· Affixes boxes to pallets with shrink wrap so pallet may be moved by forklift drivers.

· Ensures labeling is correct and legibly displayed and completes the finished goods sheet.

. Performs machine sanitation and cleaning duties on designated days as scheduled.

· Interact with associates to maintain efficient process flow.

· Maintain open line of communication with all the line workers and supervisor.

· Perform sanitation duties as assigned.

· Report problems and/or concerns to the on-duty supervisor

· Attend departmental meetings and training as assigned.

· Apply the safety rules and ensure they are implemented and followed.

· Take necessary measures if people are performing unsafe acts or are in an unsafe environment.

· Perform other work duties as assigned

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

· High School Diploma or completion of GED preferred but not required.

Experience

. 1–2 years of experience in machine operations and palletization

· Experience with CIP and COP

Specialized Knowledge

· No specialized knowledge required.

Skills / Abilities

. Oral and written communication skills

. Comfortable working in wet, hot, and humid conditions for extended periods

· Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with frequent interruptions

· Ability to work independently and be part of a team

. Knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation procedures.

. Ability to safely clean and sanitize production equipment following established procedures.

. Ability to use cleaning chemicals and personal protective equipment (PPE) safely and effectively.

. Attention to detail when completing sanitation tasks and maintaining food safety standards.

· Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual attendance

· Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds

· Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe work.

Professional Certifications

· No professional certifications required

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

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