Dairy Vat Operator IV: PLC‑Driven Cheese Production

Lactalis USA; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off from day one

Education Reimbursement

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

Lactalis USA in Nampa, ID, is seeking a Vat Operator IV to support cheese production in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will manage pasteurization, CIP, line prep, and recordkeeping while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

The role involves training and guiding small teams, working autonomously, and contributing to process improvements. Join a globally leading dairy company with strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Six months experience in food manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of cheese making processes and HMI systems.
• Basic math and measurement skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate pasteurizer start-up/shut-down and CIP.
• Prepare lines and cream addition equipment for cheese making.
• Record lab results and perform sample analyses (pH, titratable acidity).
• Use PLCs to control equipment and monitor processes.
• Follow recipes for cheese products and maintain accurate records.
• Train staff and supervise small groups as needed.
• Maintain clean work areas and support sanitation duties.
• Support continual process improvement and audits (ISO/HACCP).

Skills

Cheese making

HMI operation

Problem solving

Math basics

Team training

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Lactalis USA in Nampa, ID, is seeking a Vat Operator IV to support cheese production in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You will manage pasteurization, CIP, line prep, and recordkeeping while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

The role involves training and guiding small teams, working autonomously, and contributing to process improvements. Join a globally leading dairy company with strong benefits and growth opportunities.