Silos and Lines Operator (Whey Production)

Lactalis USA; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis American Group in Nampa, ID is hiring a Silos and Lines Operator II to manage the operational flow of whey line equipment, including Permeate Packaging, WPC Dryer, CIP, Membrane, and Evaporator systems. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and productivity on a full-time shift.

Qualified applicants have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience in the food industry. Knowledge of cheese making or whey processes is a plus; lifting 55 lbs and climbing stairs are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in the food industry preferred.
• Knowledge of cheese making or whey process is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the assigned line runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Start up, run and shutdown machinery for a 12-hour shift.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues to maintain production flow.
• Verify product quality and correct identification.
• Document quality, safety, and productivity data.
• Complete required paperwork and ensure corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and report concerns.
• Adhere to Food Safety Management System guidelines.
• Attend department meetings and trainings; perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Stairs & Ladders

Lifting 55 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job 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, President 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 Silos and Lines Operator II based in Nampa, ID.

Requirements

The Operator II - Whey position will be responsible for the operational flow of equipment on the line listed as follows: Permeate Packaging, WPC Dryer, Line/Line CIP, Membrane, Permeate Evaporator, or Permeate Dryer.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• * Ensure the machine they are operating is running smoothly and effectively.
• * Operator will be able to successfully perform start-up, shutdown and operate machinery for a full 12 hours per day.
• * Troubleshoot and resolve operational/mechanical problems on a timely basis to ensure an efficient, smooth flow of product.
• * Ensure the product meets quality standards, and the product identification is correct.
• * Perform documentation to guarantee the quality, safety, and productivity of the process.
• * Complete required paperwork ensuring non-compliance is documented and the required changes are made.
• * Maintain a clean and organized work area and report any problems or concerns to shift supervisor.
• * Ensure product standards meet company requirements and follow the Food Safety Management System guidelines.
• * Attending department meetings and trainings as needed.
• * Responsibilities may vary by department, and other duties may be assigned as needed.

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• * High School Diploma or General Education Diploma.

Experience

• * Previous employment in the food industry preferred.

Specialized Knowledge

• * Knowledge of the cheese making or whey process a plus.

Skills / Abilities

• * Ability to climb stairs and ladders continuously.
• * Ability to lift 55 LB. unassisted repeatedly.

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 Aff...