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Lactalis

Global dairy products producer and employer

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Junior
Bachelor's, Associate's
Nampa, ID, USA
In PersonThis position requires physical presence in the office; travel may be required seldom.
People & HRGeneralist Recruiting

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma is required.
  • At least 2 years of agency or in-house talent acquisition experience is required.
Responsibilities
  • Build and maintain an external talent pipeline and maintain relationships with talent for future opportunities.
  • Collaborate with hiring managers, HR managers, and the HR director to facilitate, implement, and evaluate all phases of the recruitment process.
  • Create and manage recruiting strategies, selection criteria, recruitment processes, and procedures, leveraging internal and external resources to hire talent.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with hiring managers, candidates, and cross-functional partners to create an effective hiring experience.
  • Lead the full-cycle recruiting process from intake to offer acceptance, including job postings, sourcing, pre-screening, interview scheduling, and preparing and extending employment offers.
  • Lead or support projects to improve candidate experience and recommend processes and tools that drive an effective recruitment model.
  • Manage relationships with universities and colleges and lead on-campus initiatives, including recruitment initiatives, career fairs, marketing events, and social events.
  • Organize and attend local job fairs to attract talent.
  • Partner with HR managers and hiring managers to draft job descriptions and identify hiring criteria.
  • Source prospective candidates using recruiting tools such as Indeed and LinkedIn.
  • Support the HR director with international mobility projects, including relocation coordination and visa processing.
  • Support the HR team in executing site-wide engagement activities, including maintaining a strong presence within the plants.
  • Track and report recruitment metrics, including time-to-fill and candidate satisfaction, to inform continuous improvement.
Desired Qualifications
  • An associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • Talent acquisition experience in a manufacturing company is preferred.
  • Experience managing multiple requisitions and working with cross-functional teams is a plus.

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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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

William Reed
Oct 15th, 2026
Why is Saputo saying farewell to UK dairy?

Earlier this year, Saputo announced it had agreed to sell its UK dairy operations to Lactalis, leaving behind one of Europe’s largest markets.

YFM Equity Partners
Jun 1st, 2026
YFM exits Protein Works with 10.8x return after growing revenue from $16.5M to $70M

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.

Dairy News
Nov 24th, 2025
Danone Agrees to Sell Swedish Probiotic Brand ProViva to Lactalis

Danone has entered into an agreement to sell its Swedish probiotic fruit juices brand, ProViva, to the French dairy group Lactalis. This transaction involves the sale of the Österlenmejeriet factory located in Lunnarp, Skåne County, in southeastern Sweden. The factory is Danone's only facility in Sweden and has previously received a Skr140m (approximately $16.9m) investment in 2020.

NZME
Oct 29th, 2025
Fonterra's $4.2B Sale to Lactalis

Fonterra Co-operative Group's shareholders have approved the sale of its consumer business to French company Lactalis for $4.2 billion. The decision was made during a brief online special meeting, which lasted only 20 minutes and included no questions from shareholders.

RNZ (Radio New Zealand)
Aug 21st, 2025
Fonterra sells Mainland, Anchor brands to French food giant

The dairy giant's boss explains why it has agreed to sell its consumer businesses, including Mainland and Anchor, for nearly $4 billion.