MF/Pretreatment Operator

Lactalis USA; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Total Rewards Program

Job summary

Lactalis USA in Nampa, ID is hiring a MF/Pretreatment Operator III in the Fluids Department to support both microfiltration and whey pretreatment operations.

You will operate MF and whey systems, monitor performance, sample records, and collaborate with Quality and Food Safety teams while following Lactalis safety rules.

Qualifications

• One year experience in related field is preferred but not necessary.
• Specialized knowledge: Dairy Processing (fluid handling and separation processes).
• Skilled in operating pre‑treatment systems and separators.
• Able to identify and resolve issues in the fluids processing system.

Responsibilities

• Operates MF system and/or whey pre‑treatment and records data.
• Takes samples to ensure proper operation and compliance with Lactalis regulations.
• Works with Quality and Food Safety to meet product specs.
• Applies safety rules and ensures they are followed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Pre-treatment systems

Separators

MF/HTST/UHT knowledge

Problem solving

Self-motivated

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 MF/Pretreatment Operator III based in Nampa, ID.

Requirements

Lactalis American Group part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a MF/Pretreatment Operator III-Fluids Department based in Nampa, ID .The RSPC Pretreatment Operator is a dual‑duty position, including Microfiltration (MF) and Whey Pre‑treatment. While working MF: independently runs the whole MF system and both milk skimming systems (“MF” and “HTST#1”). Manages the skim milk, sweet cream, and the MF retentate silos. Stays in close communication with the Milk Intake and the Mozzarella Make departments. While working the Whey Pre‑treatment: independently runs the whey pre‑treatment system, runs separators, and the whey cream UHT system. Manages the whey buffer silos. Stays in close communication with the whey plant.

Key responsibilities for this position include

• Operates equipment (MF system and/or Whey pre‑treatment) and records all pertinent data on the record sheet.
• Takes necessary samples to ensure proper equipment operation and compliance with Lactalis regulations.
• Work closely with the Quality and Food Safety Team to ensure the quality and specifications of the product are continually being met.
• Apply the safety rules and ensure they are implemented and followed.

Qualified Applicants Will Contribute The Following

The ideal candidate will be proactive and dynamic, flexible and receptive to new ideas, analytical and attentive to detail. He or she will also be capable of working independently in adherence to regulations, managing stress and remaining calm under pressure and be able to demonstrate an inquiring mind and well‑developed observational skills. Will demonstrate a sense of responsibility and high professional standards, honesty and integrity, and objectivity. Possess values of ambition and engagement, with simplicity.

Education/Experience

• One year experience in related field is preferred but not necessary.

Specialized Knowledge

• Dairy Processing, (fluid handling and separation processes).

Skills/Abilities

• Applicant must be detail‑orientated and reliable.
• Skilled in operating pre‑treatment systems, separators
• Able to identify and resolve issues in the fluids processing system
• Must be self‑motived and eager to learn.
• Understands different systems (MF, HTST, UHT)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to stand for at least 8 hours per day.
• Must be willing to work over 40 hours per week.
• Location: 4912 Franklin Road, Nampa, ID 83687

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.

Further, any division of the Company that is an Affiliation Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.

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