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Lactalis
10,001+ employees
Global dairy products producer and employer
No salary listed
Buffalo, NY, USA
Hybrid
Travel up to 75% monthly; hybrid on-site presence required.
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- Bachelor's degree is required.
- A major in Mechanical, Electrical, automation or Industrial Engineering is required.
- 7+ years Management in Maintenance is required.
- 5+ years Food manufacturing plant operation is required.
- 10+ years Automated Machinery is required.
- 7+ years CMMS software implementation is required.
- 5+ years Training is required.
- Knowledge of Automated reporting tools is required.
- Knowledge of KPI’s related to maintenance activities is required.
- Knowledge of Process, packaging and utilities machinery is required.
- Provide Technical and methodical expertise related to the maintenance of the equipment to the different manufacturing sites to achieve operational results.
- Audit the plant sites, report any deficiencies/concerns/opportunities or obsolescence and propose action plans to correct.
- Develop and lead the Long-Term Plans for Lactalis USA Plants, setting priorities of actions to correct the most concerning issues.
- Review all plant floor documentation & tools to ensure the technicians have all necessary documents & tools to properly troubleshoot and repair the equipment.
- Propose / implement solutions to reduce labor & downtime cost and improve effectiveness of repair.
- Audit the CMMS software for proper organization of the equipment, parts & work orders and its usage with the technicians, supervisors and managers
- Review with the plants all process, packaging & utilities machinery vs maintenance and operation KPI’s
- Conduct and maintain skills assessment for USA plants maintenance teams.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, reliability, cost, and customer service.
- Reduce equipment failures and preserve asset value.
- Identify and/or provide input on appropriate technology, equipment and methodology to improve operating results or costs.
- Provide and/or organize training as necessary within the organization.
- Interact with Corporate & Plants Engineering to assess the best practices and implement them in the Lactalis USA plants.
- Help plant management for staff with hiring, reviewing performance and providing feedback, determining training and development needs, and providing coaching and work direction. Promote a team focusing on excellence in all activities including those required to support safety, operational productivity, quality, loss reduction, people development, and cost improvement.
- Ensure the safety of all employees, visitors and contractors within the areas of responsibility by providing appropriate safety training and awareness.
- Ensure that all legislative requirements and standards are met, and results reported to appropriate parties (internal & external).
- Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Travel is required up to 75% monthly.
- Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs.
- To fulfill these responsibilities, tools such as a computer, phone or, and / or allowance(s) will be provided.
- To fulfill these responsibilities, a cell phone is required.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential duties and responsibilities.
- This position requires physical presence in the office, in accordance with the guidelines of the Hybrid Work Policy.
- Knowledge of Rockwell (Allen Bradley software’s & material) is preferred.
- Knowledge of Dairy Industry is a plus
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
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Protein Works adds direct-to-consumer nutrition expertise and international growth potential.[1][3]
- Lactalis can use its global dairy network to widen Protein Works distribution.[2][4]
- Keeping Protein Works' identity intact preserves brand equity during integration.[4]
What critics are saying
- Integrating Protein Works into Lactalis risks disrupting a fast-moving nutrition brand.[3][4]
- Expansion beyond dairy increases execution complexity across channels, products, and geographies.[2][3]
- Acquisition-led growth raises integration risk if Lactalis overpays for fragmented nutrition brands.[1][3]
What makes Lactalis unique
- Lactalis is building beyond dairy into lifestyle nutrition with Protein Works.[1][3]
- Its private-label scale spans Parmalat, Président, and broader global dairy brands.[2]
- The group uses acquisitions to expand manufacturing, brands, and distribution simultaneously.[2][4]
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