What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Associate I - String Pack Department position at Lactalis American Group?
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.
Requirements
From your PASSION to ours
Lactalis American Group part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a General labor I Packaging Associate based in Nampa, ID. The General Labor I Packaging Associate will be responsible for assuring the finished product meets quality standard and the product identification is correct. Assumes responsibility for the operational flow of machines. Ensures the product meets Lactalis Standards throughout the process and at no time the quality of the cheese is compromised.
From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key Responsibilities For This Position Include
Qualified Applicants Will Contribute The Following
Education
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 Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.
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.
Requirements
From your PASSION to ours
Lactalis American Group part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a General labor I Packaging Associate based in Nampa, ID. The General Labor I Packaging Associate will be responsible for assuring the finished product meets quality standard and the product identification is correct. Assumes responsibility for the operational flow of machines. Ensures the product meets Lactalis Standards throughout the process and at no time the quality of the cheese is compromised.
From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key Responsibilities For This Position Include
- Meet efficiency budget levels while producing high quality products.
- Ensure the cheese is properly sealed before placing it in correct containers.
- Prepares correct packages and boxes for the days cheese being packaged.
- Loads and operates machines at a set speed and with minimal stops during process.
- Accurately complete associated CCP and line operation paperwork while maintaining efficiencies.
- Maintain clean and organized work area.
- Interact with associates to maintain efficient process flow.
- Weigh cheese.
- Maintain open line of communication with all line workers and supervisor.
- Perform sanitation duties as assigned.
- Report problems and/or concerns to the on-duty supervisor.
- Attend departmental meetings and training as assigned by the supervisor and/or manager.
- Ensure proper use, identification, mixture, and application of chemicals, including the requirements and use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Perform other work duties as assigned.
Qualified Applicants Will Contribute The Following
Education
- High School Diploma or completion of GED preferred by not required.
- Food Safety and Quality standards
- Packaging experience
- Experience in general cleaning, chemical handling and customer service preferred.
- No specialized knowledge required.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- English language and Customer service skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to work independently and be part of a team.
- Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning productions.
- Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual attendance.
- Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
- Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe work.
- No professional certifications required.
- Must be able to push, pull, lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
- Be able to stand for at least 8 hours per day.
- Must be willing to work over 40 hours per week.
- Location: 4912 Franklin Road, Nampa, ID 83687
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 Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.