Well know and Loved Australian Brands like Paul's, Oak Ice Break and BreakWorld's Leader In DairyWell know and Loved Australian Brands like Paul's, Oak Ice Break and BreakOn going personal developmentLactalis who are we?
Lactalis is the largest dairy producer in the world and one of the largest players in the Dairy industry in Australia, bringing you well known brands such as Pauls Milk, Oak Flavoured Milk, Farmhouse Gold, Ice Break and Breaka.About The OpportunityThis is a opportunity to step into a highly visible, hands‐on role where you'll help unlock value across the end-to-end milk process.
Working closely with plant teams, engineering, automation specialists and contractors, you'll identify where raw material losses occur, quantify their impact, and drive practical improvements that reduce waste and improve site performance.
Reporting to the Site Manager you will:Map and understand the end-to-end flow of milk and milk components across unloading, transfer and manufacturing processes, identifying key points of loss and opportunityUse raw material management methodology to develop, monitor and drive continuous improvement initiatives across key performance areas including yield, standardisation, giveaway, waste and process performanceAnalyse data, investigate discrepancies and provide explicit insights that support decision‐making, prioritisation and root cause resolutionPartner with production, engineering, automation and contractor teams to implement value‐focused solutions and support manufacturing performanceContribute to site savings plans, raw material reporting, budget planning and improvement projects that deliver measurable commercial outcomesAbout YouYou're a technically curious, process‐driven problem solver who enjoys getting close to the detail, following the facts,



and uncovering opportunities others may not have fully explored.
Comfortable working in an operational environment, you know how to influence cross‐functionally, build strong relationships, and turn complex process challenges into practical improvement actions.
In addition to this, you will have:Strong process understanding, with the ability to follow, analyse and improve an end‐to‐end operational or manufacturing processExperience in dairy, food manufacturing, chemical engineering, food technology or a related technical environment, supported by relevant qualifications or equivalent hands‐on experienceA curious and investigative mindset, with proven troubleshooting capability and confidence working through complex or ambiguous technical issuesStrong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence outcomes through others in a standalone roleA practical, value‐focused approach, strong attention to detail, and the flexibility to spend time in the plants when needed to understand processes and identify loss pointsWe are looking for someone who is passionate, ambitious, and eager to grow.
Whether you're ready for your next challenge or looking to deepen your expertise, we'd love to hear from you.What We OfferCompetitive pay and benefitsCareer development and progression opportunities within a global organisationA collaborative and supportive workplace culture where your contribution makes a real impactA strong commitment to safety, quality, innovation and sustainabilityFlexible working arrangements where possibleOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Lactalis, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.Let's make this your best move yet.
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