Operator-Sassaros-Mozz Make Department

Lactalis American Group; Nampa, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards Program

Paid Time Off from Day One

Training and Development

Job summary

Lactalis American Group in Nampa, ID, is hiring an Operator I - Sassaros to monitor the whey drainage system during mozzarella production, ensure proper flow, prevent overflow, and keep the area clean while supporting production with food safety and GMP compliance. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, prior manufacturing or food-industry experience, and strong attention to detail, safety, and teamwork.

We offer training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to monitor equipment and processes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor whey drainage equipment during mozzarella production.
• Hose down drains and screens to prevent cheese buildup.
• Ensure proper whey flow and prevent overflow.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area.
• Report equipment issues to supervisors and follow GMP/HACCP procedures.
• Support smooth production operations through routine monitoring.

Skills

Attention to detail

Monitor equipment

Following procedures

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Good communication

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

*Shift: 10:00 am-6:00 pm**

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 an Operator I -Sassaros based in Nampa, ID. The Operator I-Sassaros is responsible for monitoring the whey drainage system during the mozzarella cheese production to ensure proper flow and prevent overflow conditions. This position maintains cleanliness of the drainage equipment by regularly hosing down the system to prevent cheese buildup and ensure efficient operation. The role supports production by helping maintain product flow, food safety, and equipment cleanliness. Will be operating and monitoring production equipment, maintaining food safety and quality standards, following GMPs and HACCP procedures, conducting equipment inspections, and ensuring efficient production flow. Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments while meeting production targets, quality requirements, and workplace safety standards.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Monitor whey drainage equipment during production.
• Hose down drains and screens to prevent cheese buildup.
• Ensure proper whey flow and prevent overflow situations.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area.
• Report equipment issues or drainage concerns to supervisors.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, and safety procedures.
• Support smooth production operations through routine monitoring

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Experience

• Previous experience working in manufacturing or food industry preferred.

Skills / Abilities

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to monitor equipment and processes.
• Basic problem identification and reporting.
• Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a 10-12-hour shift.
• Manual dexterity to operate machinery controls
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
• Capability to work in varying temperatures, including refrigerated and wet environments common in cheese production.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hairnets, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and safety footwear.

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 Affluent Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.