Rotational Program in Manufacturing: Ops, Eng & Quality

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; Kansas City, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dairy Farmers of America invites graduates to join the Rotational Operations Analyst program starting in 2027. Over about two years, you will rotate through manufacturing, engineering, quality and process technology to gain broad experience and exposure in dairy manufacturing.

Participants complete projects, learn cost analysis, data analytics, and regulatory considerations while shadowing senior leaders and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across multiple plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Food Manufacturing, Engineering, or related field.
• Internship experience preferred.
• Certification and/or license – N/A

Responsibilities

• Visit a DFA farm to gain basic dairy knowledge.
• Rotate through manufacturing, engineering, quality and process technology.
• Participate in CI projects and cost reviews.
• Prepare and present project results.
• Shadow leaders and participate in interview/selection processes.

Skills

Leadership

Self-motivated

Project management

Cross-functional communication

Adaptable

MS Office

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field

Internship experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Dairy Farmers of America invites graduates to join the Rotational Operations Analyst program starting in 2027. Over about two years, you will rotate through manufacturing, engineering, quality and process technology to gain broad experience and exposure in dairy manufacturing.

Participants complete projects, learn cost analysis, data analytics, and regulatory considerations while shadowing senior leaders and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across multiple plants.