HTST Pasteurizer Operator
About the job
- At least 1 year of equivalent RSPC experience in a dairy or similar plant is required.
- A stable and dependable work history is required.
- Knowledge of agri-food industry technology and processes, food biology, food biochemistry, quality, food safety, and health and safety is required.
- A pasteurization operator license is required, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, tact, dependability, manual dexterity, close and distance color vision, and the ability to focus are required.
- Separate, pasteurize, concentrate, and standardize milk sent to the making/production area while maintaining product quality and food safety.
- Separate and concentrate whey sent to customers while maintaining product quality and food safety.
- Concentrate permeate sent to customers while maintaining product quality and food safety.
- Communicate with team members and supervisors to coordinate production schedules and ensure efficient operation of the RSPC system.
- Monitor HTST pasteurization temperature and time at CCP #2 and alert the Food Safety Team if an issue occurs.
- Monitor filtration before pasteurization at oPrP #2 and alert the Food Safety Team if an issue occurs.
- Keep accurate records of production data, including losses during the shift, inventory, maintenance activities, master sanitation, and issues with the RSPC system.
- Standardize milk to meet fat and protein targets.
- Monitor CIP and record occurrences, temperatures, chemical concentrations, and reclaim-water samples.
- Perform assigned sanitation tasks for the department.
- Follow confidentiality rules for information about company products, recipes, and employees.
- Work with the quality and food safety team to ensure products meet quality and specification requirements.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues or malfunctions with the RSPC system to minimize downtime.
- Comply with company policies and procedures, OSHA standards, and safety policies.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor or manager.
- Work from 1:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and weekends, including every third weekend.
- A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred.
About the company
Lactalis is a global dairy group with roots in Laval, France, employing about 80,000 people across 250 production sites in around 100 countries. It covers all dairy categories—milk, ultra-fresh dairy, cheese, butter, cream, and dairy ingredients—through a portfolio of roughly 100 brands that ranges from major national names to local labels. Its products come from a long-standing dairy expertise rooted in cheesemongering and AOP cheese production, delivered through many sites and brands to fit local food cultures. Its goal is to offer healthy, gourmet, and accessible dairy products to as many people as possible while supporting rural economies and maintaining leadership in the global dairy industry.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Mayenne, France
Founded
1933
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 2026 Saputo UK acquisition deepens British distribution and adds five factories.
- July 2026 Agropur fine-cheese deal adds OKA, Monsieur Gustav, and two Quebec plants.
- Lactalis invested $75 million in New York plants, adding automation and 50 jobs.
What critics are saying
- Spain's Supreme Court finalized Lactalis cartel liability on June 29, 2026.
- Foodwatch sued Lactalis in January 2026 over delayed infant-formula recalls.
- Brisbane's South Brisbane milk plant closes July 2026, eliminating 202 jobs.
What makes Lactalis unique
- Lactalis controls global dairy scale across Cathedral City, Président, and Galbani.
- June 2026 Protein Works adds protein nutrition expertise beyond traditional milk processing.
- August 2026 Saputo UK deal makes Lactalis a leader in cheddar, butter, and spreads.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget
Wellness Program
Company News
YFM has exited Protein Works following its acquisition by Lactalis, the world's leading dairy company, achieving a 10.8x cash multiple after seven years of partnership. YFM backed the sports nutrition brand through its Buyout Fund in 2019 when the business generated £13 million in revenue and operated almost entirely in the UK. The firm repositioned the company from sports nutrition into mainstream lifestyle nutrition whilst investing £11 million in a purpose-built manufacturing facility in Liverpool. Under YFM's ownership, revenue grew to approximately £55 million, gross margins improved significantly, and the customer base expanded to over 2.5 million with meaningful international presence. The acquisition by Lactalis provides Protein Works with access to deeper distribution and broader resources within one of the world's largest food and beverage groups.
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