Student - Process Optimization (dairy production)

Job title: Student – Process Optimization (dairy production)

Location: Mitchell, Ontario (on site)

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada – where we take pride in being recognized as one of Forbes' 2022 top employers! Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian’s favorite dairy brands such as like Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we’re proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households!

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we’re seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter.

About the opportunity:

The Process Optimization Student’s purpose is to assist in developing, configuring and optimizing industrial processes related to Dairy production. The student works closely with the Production Manager, Processing and Technical Manager, Processing to evaluate, take measurements and interpret data to improve processes.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Work closely with production team to help in optimizing processing procedures.
• Help to develop Standard Operating Procedures for processing operations.
• Improve processes in place regarding cream cheese lines and operation parameters to create more efficiencies.
• Implementing a training kit for each job in the production department.
• Establishing standards for cream cheese lines.

Education & Experience

• Pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, BioChemical Engineering, Microbiology, or a related field of study College

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good knowledge of Excel Spreadsheets.
• Basic understanding of processing procedures.
• Manufacturing experience is an asset.
• Process improvement focused.
• Proven attention to details but also able to see the big picture.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communicator, listener and presenter.
• Ability to adapt to changing culture/environments.

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 4 months

Pay: $24.00-$29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mitchell, ON N0K 1N0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person