Packaging Services Specialist (1-year Contract)

Job Title: Packaging Services Specialist (1-year Contract)

Location: Rakely

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes . Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.

About the opportunity:

The Packaging Services Specialist provides technical expertise, leadership and first line supervision of packaging projects. The position is responsible for managing packaging projects in the areas related to packaging development in support of innovation, cost improvements and technical manufacturing packaging. The position is accountable for providing directive and specialized knowledge to deliver on packaging development and project implementation to support the company business goals.

Critical Success Factors:

• Lead the technical development and execute stages of packaging development by designing and conducting qualification and validation packaging trials for all new products in support of innovation or new product business initiatives.

• Work in conjunction with Manufacturing to understand and resolve any material and equipment performance problems. Provide recommendation and/or directive to manufacturing team members to successfully execute project deliverables.

• Consult and provide Packaging support directive to Engineering for capital projects by communicating packaging requirements and coordinating any required testing or trials; and finalizing specifications.

• Provide support to purchasing for sourcing initiatives including coordinating and documenting plant trials and leading approval of alternate materials.

• Identify and evaluate packaging costs savings opportunities for both new and current packaging and implement accordingly to meet business savings objectives.

• Manage the development and maintenance of a packaging specification database; document packaging specifications for the purpose of maintaining accurate records and ensure compliance to Company standards.

• Manage and provide support to SCC and other bar-coding technology development and maintenance.

• Consult and provide directive to Corporate Quality Assurance by undertaking packaging supplier audits and participating in incoming material quality audits where required to ensure compliance to Company standards.

• Research new packaging technologies and generate new packaging ideas and innovations to support the development of strategic packaging opportunities.

• Research new packaging technologies and generate new packaging ideas and innovations to support the development of sustainable packaging opportunities.

• Participate in Vendor Performance reports, certification programs and integrated efficiency improvement teams to meet internal and external customer compliance.

• Provide leadership and supervision to Packaging Technician or Students by participating in hiring and providing coaching and work direction.

• Ability to travel to various North American Lactalis sites in Canada and the United States (up to 75% travel required). This travel will require overnight stays depending on the manufacturing site being supported.

The attributes we are looking for:

• Post-secondary education/degree in Packaging related studies or equivalent industrial experience in a technical packaging role.
• Minimum - eight (8) to ten (10) years packaging industry experience
• Experience in Designing & Leading Experiments to confirm acceptability & define root cause
• Experience in performing Industry Standard test methods on Packaging materials
• Strong understanding of statistics; specifically the implementation and use of SPC
• Demonstrate a strong analytical ability in process troubleshooting and corrective action recommendation and validation
• Understanding of GMP’s & HACCP, specifically, in a food production environment
• Detail oriented with a strong focus on accuracy
• Ability to prioritize and work in a result oriented team environment
• Valid driving license and reliable automobile
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Bilingual in English and French is an asset

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• A Performance-Based Bonus System
• 4 Weeks of Vacation
• Benefits starting day 1
• A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
• A Volunteer Day to give back to your community
• Learning and Development opportunities
• A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. We apply an equal access to employment program and invite women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through . If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

Compensation:

As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is $88 400 – $110 500+ .

Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.