Operator I

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 Packaging Operator I based in Nampa, ID. Requirements The Packaging Operator I will be responsible for the overall operational flow of the machines and equipment to assigned area daily. Assure product quality, identification are correct and meets Lactalis Standards. Follow all Food Safety Management system guidelines. From your EXPERTISE to ours Key responsibilities for this position include: Load and operate machines at a set speed with minimal process interruption. Work with all other team members of the line to achieve high volume process flow. Perform product changes and prepare machine setup using correct measurements for specific packages. Perform sanitation duties as assigned, and keep work area clean/organized. Take immediate corrective action for any product that does not meet quality or product specifications. Contribute to continual process improvement and increased performance. Participate in internal/external audits and maintain ISO22000/ISO9001/HACCP compliance. Attend department meetings and trainings as assigned by supervisor or manager. OP II will be required to Operate line or provide breaks for all other operators. OP III will be required to operate mulitvac with all other equipment. OP IV Floor operator is required to operate all equipment, and provide support for department supervisor. Perform all other duties as assigned. From your STORY to ours Qualified applicants will contribute the following: Education High School diploma or GED preferred. Experience Previous employment in a food industry or food manufacturing preferred. Specialized Knowledge Basic math skills and the ability to calculate averages. Skills / Abilities Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to multitask and handle multiple competing priorities at the same time. Ability to work autonomously and also as part of a team. 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 Affi… #J-18808-Ljbffr