Job Description

Join boundless thinkers from all walks of life working together to feed the world. Take pride in working with powerful brands, including Purina Animal Nutrition, Nutra Blend, WinField United, Vermont Creamery, KozyShack, and more.

You'll join a global team committed to everything from the seeds that go into the ground, to the technology that improves crop yields and sustainability, to the nutrition that animals need, to marketing the final product.

Manufacturing Management Track - Dairy Foods

Manufacturing Management Track (MMT)

The Land OLakes Supply Chain & Operations division provides strategic leadership across the companys many business units. The team plays a significant role in fueling revenue growth and profitability through operational excellence, quality, process improvement and innovation. By partnering closely with Finance, Marketing and Human Resources, the team delivers value to Land OLakes business units, members and customers.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Management Trainee program is intended to be a training position for future development into manufacturing leadership roles within our Dairy Foods, WinField United, and Purina Animal Nutrition organizations. Responsibilities and activities include learning all plant processes, including regulatory compliance programs - both safety and quality, maintenance, human resources activities, and managerial and administrative functions.

You will have the opportunity to develop skills through a core curriculum of formal training, work assignments, strategic projects, career development and networking opportunities and involvement in community service. Upon successful completion of the program, you will be eligible for key roles within Supply Chain & Operations based on business needs, career interests, and aptitude. You will be well positioned for a successful and challenging career with Land OLakes, Inc.

DAIRY FOODS

The Dairy Foods business makes and markets dairy-based products under our diverse array of brands. These products are found in grocery, mass and club retailers, and in restaurants, schools and healthcare facilities. In addition, our dairy products are essential ingredients in leading international consumer brands. As a trainee, you will be assigned to one of our Dairy Foods plant locations to assist in leading the overall managerial activities of the facility.

General Qualifications

* Currently pursuing a bachelors degree in supply chain operations, business/agriculture business, economics, food science, engineering, agriculture, or related fields of study with an expected graduation date of spring 2021
* 3.0 GPA or above
* Demonstrated leadership in school/academic/industry related clubs
* Prior internship or co-op experience, preferably in a food industry
* Willingness to relocate during and after the program, and overnight travel as needed
* Previous experience within the general production and plant manufacturing environment is preferred

Competency Qualifications

* Previous experience in a supervisory role or leadership position
* Make effective decisions and can work independently with limited supervision
* Interact well with customers, suppliers, employees and management of all levels
* Solve and resolve issues quickly and effectively
* Demonstrated safety awareness, quality orientation, and a focus on process improvement
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Strong time management skills and detail oriented
* Willing to work extended hours during peak seasons

Physical Qualifications

Working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment, you will be walking, standing and engaging in movement throughout the day, and occasionally to frequently be required to lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. Due to a large variety of job duties (both routine and non-routine), certain duties also may involve, a variety of physical activities including bending, lifting, stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms above shoulders and head, standing, working in enclosed areas, climbing stairs or ladders, and operating heavy machinery. The noise level in the work environment can vary but noise is usually low to moderate.

You may be required to wear personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety gloves, hearing protection, a respirator or dust mask, protective footwear and protective clothing or uniforms. Work may be performed in cold and/or hot temperatures and the environment can be dusty. Physical requirements further include the ability to engage in productive and collaborative communication with co-workers and work may need to be performed during non-standard hours, including nights and weekends. At times, the ability to work overtime also may be required.

The ability to perform these requirements is necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company engages in an interactive process to review requests for reasonable accommodations that may be needed to allow qualified individuals with disabilities to perform all the essential functions of the position.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including pre- and post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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