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Pay: $20.60 per hour plus Shift Differential: $1.15 per hour

Shift & Working Hours: 2nd Shift 1pm-930pm; Weekends/Overtime/Holidays as needed.

Sign- On Bonus: $2000.00 to be paid on the following schedule: $500.00 after 30 days of continuous employment, $750.00 after 6 months of continuous employment, and $750.00 after 12 months of continuous employment.

In this role, you will be a key member of our Land O'Lakes, Inc. manufacturing team, performing front-line production processes that add value and quality to the inputs and creation of final high-quality products. You will gain skills and experience of taking raw materials to produce our final products for customers. This will include operating machinery and equipment, packaging the final product. Join our team to become part of a member-owned co-op that is Rooted In Tomorrow.

This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives.

Key Responsibilities:
• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others
• Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly
• Able to multi-task and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment
• Ensures all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during production process
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area
• Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments

Required Experience and Skills:
• Must be 18 years or older
• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry
• Basic computer and math skills
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience:
• 1+ year of manufacturing work experience
• Machine operation and/or forklift experience

Physical Requirements:
• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.

If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT. ]]>

Vermont USA 2026-03-08 19:00:12.513

This position is in our specialized portfolio enterprise where we serve diverse businesses who support unique customers or markets, including animal nutrition and health, bioindustrial, road safety salt and Cargill joint ventures.

Job Purpose and Impact

The Plant Manager will provide strategic operational oversight for all production and operating process for a single plant or multiple plants with moderate complexity. In this role, you will oversee safety, quality, operational effectiveness and financial performance.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensures employee, food and feed safety and environmental compliance program standards and goals are implemented.
• Accountable for all internal and external operating and regulatory procedures on employee, food and feed safety including strategic and tactical execution in alignment with corporate environment, health and safety and food safety, quality and regulatory functions as well as government regulations.
• Establish and deploy operational priorities for a single plant or multiple plants with moderate complexity.
• Leads strategic and tactical operations and quality management deliverables to ensure customer, product and quality standard requirements are met within specifications.
• Leads, directs and controls capital and operating budgets for a single plant or multiple plants with moderate complexity to achieve medium term outlook financial performance objectives set by the business.
• Ensure and hold direct reports accountable for meeting and controlling operating expenses and established targets.
• Oversee the overall operational management and implement operational efficiency improvements which may include standardization of plant information manufacturing systems, quality control, safety, production reliability excellence and maintenance and operators best practices.
• Lead and develop a team, coach and make decisions related to talent management, hiring, performance, and disciplinary actions.

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Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of four years of related work experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Lean six sigma
• Two years of supervisory experience

Position Details

• Location: Swanton, VT; Relocation assistance may be provided for this role
• Schedule is typically days, Monday - Friday, though there are some events that might be needed outside of normal business hours and weekends
• The pay range for this position is $115,000/year - $130,000/year
• The business will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet ]]>

Vermont USA 2026-03-07 07:00:21.113

The Production Operator is the front-line employee who performs the manufacturing processes that add value and quality to the inputs and create the final high-quality final products. As a Production Operator, you will learn how to make world-class cheese by assisting with the pasteurization and cheesemaking processes. There are a variety of sub-classifications within the Operator job family that could range in specific duties from receiving and handling the raw materials, adding value through a variety of proprietary processes, to packaging the final product. In all stages of production safety, attention to detail, a quality and sanitation focus, and efficiency are key to the success of the operation.

Location: Websterville, VT (Barre)

Pay: Starting at $20.60 per hour with a $2.00 shift differential.

Hours: 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM; M-F

Sign- On Bonus: $2000.00 to be paid on the following schedule: $500.00 after 30 days of continuous employment, $750.00 after 6 months of continuous employment, and $750.00 after 12 months of continuous employment.

Required Qualifications & Experiences

• 18 years or older.
  

• Basic computer skills.
  

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills
  

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences

• 1+ years of continuous prior experience in any industry.
  

• Self-Reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision.
  

• Able to trouble shoot mechanical problems.
  

• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team.
  

• Ability to follow manufacturer's specifications and directions.
  

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  

• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day.
  

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Communicates work order progress to supervisor and production operators.
  

• Ensure a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks.
  

• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  

• Follow all procedures, GMPs, Safety, Quality, and Sanitation plans.
  

• Identify and report all potentially non-conforming product and equipment to Supervisor and the Quality Assurance Department.
  

• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule.
  

• Other duties as assigned.
  

Essential Physical Requirements

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing and other active movements.
  

• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
  

• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present.
  

• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime.
  

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.

If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT. ]]>

Vermont USA 2026-03-04 15:00:20.1

PLEASE NOTE: We will not be able to reply to you if your resume does not meet the position requirements. There is NO closing date. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. QUALIFICATIONS: - Dairy experience
- Strong Herd Health experience
- Calf experience
- Record keeping experience
- Reproductive program knowledge
- AI breeding a plus
- Dairy Spanish a plus JOB DESCRIPTION: Hansen Agri-PLACEMENT is representing a mid-size dairy located in Vermont who is searching for an experienced Herdsman for their operation. The Herdsman will be responsible for treating sick cows, raising calves, record keeping, ensure procedures and protocols are being followed, and help oversee the milkers. The employer is looking for someone who is knowledgeable of reproduction programs, and has herd health and calf experience. A.I. breeding experience and Dairy Spanish is a plus. No feeding responsibilities, but may have limited responsibilities with calf feeding. ALL INQUIRIES ARE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. NO FEES TO APPLICANTS.If you feel that you are not a candidate for this position, but know someone who is, we do offer a Referral Bonus if we place your referral into this position.]]>

Vermont USA 2026-02-23 09:48:06.893

The Maintenance Manager, under the direction of the Vermont Creamery Director of Operations, is responsible for all aspects of Vermont Creamery's strategic and tactical maintenance plans in support of the overall company strategy. This position provides leadership and tactical engineering expertise to the overall Vermont Creamery maintenance program, ensuring alignment with Land O'Lakes corporate standards. This includes a focus on planning and implementation of maintenance enhancements that will improve productivity while assuring the highest levels of safety, quality, sanitation, and regulatory compliance. This role is responsible for the day-to-day operation and reliability of the plant production including corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance. The Maintenance Manager works collaboratively with the Vermont Creamery Operations, Quality, Logistics, and Safety teams to deliver value for all departments and employees. This role requires a strong leadership presence to support the needs of the maintenance department and the growing organization. The Maintenance Manager will be both a tactical and strategic role requiring hands-on focused improvement project execution, as well as strategic preventative maintenance program implementation.

Required Qualifications:

• High School degree or GED required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
  
• Minimum of 5+ years experience in maintenance. Preferably in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
  
• Proven experience with applied mechanical systems and controls/programming.
  
• Experience leading a team, and managing direct reports.
  

Required Competencies, Skills, & Knowledge:

• Demonstrated/applied technical background in PLC, controls/programming, and electrical aptitudes.
  
• Demonstrated/applied technical background in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and heating/cooling systems.
  
• Welding, fabrication skills and millwright proficiency to support projects and repairs of the equipment/facility.
  
• Advanced troubleshooting skills with proven judgment and group facilitation and presentation skills.
  
• Familiar with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety practices.
  
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements, including the ability to translate internal company requirements to broad internal and external audiences.
  
• Inspiring leader committed to developing a high performing, cohesive, and overachieving team.
  
• Ability to link operation and supply chain goals with broader corporate mission goals and B Corp certification.
  
• Excellent communicator, influencer, and negotiator, to work cross-functionally with multiple departments and leadership levels.
  
• Intelligent, fast-learner, strategic and innovative thinker, agile, and comfortable with continuous change.
  
• Ability to think strategically and act tactically and quickly for maximum results
  
• Proficiency in computer and software use, including Microsoft Suite.
  
• Capable of leading change in a diverse business environment.
  
• Highly driven and self-directed.
  

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Engineering

• Manages site assets, including facility maintenance and improvement modifications of equipment.
  
• Utilizes focused improvement methodologies to eliminate top machine related losses (breakdowns and minor stoppages) through root cause analysis and corrective action improvements.
  
• Works with the Creamery Manager and Materials Manager to ensure that corrective actions, preventive maintenance, and predictive maintenance work is completed in a timely fashion to improve plant operation including regular report out of PM and workorder completion rates.
  
• Assists in carrying out routine maintenance work and responds to equipment faults.
  
• Utilizes technician skill-set to educate and train direct reports on proper maintenance techniques including breakdown and root cause analysis necessary to prevent re-occurrence.
  
• Oversees proper implementation and installment of new company assets.
  
• Diagnoses problems and manages project plans, with an aptitude for adapting to operational needs.
  
• Coordinates specialists from company vendors for procurement of fixtures, fittings, or components.
  
• Acts as liaison and controls outside contractors, as may be required, to ensure timely completion of projects and repairs.
  

Business Leadership

• Designs and writes maintenance strategy, procedures, and methods.
  
• Creates and manages preventative maintenance program for efficient production output.
  
• Directs the service, repair and rebuilding of al]]>

Vermont USA 2026-02-22 05:00:09.53

Job Summary

Under direction of the Creamery Supervisor and other Aged Cheese leadership staff, the Aged Cheese Production Worker is responsible for the affinage and aging process for a variety of Aged Cheese products. Duties include overseeing the drying rooms and working with formed products, preparing them for the finished product stage and packaging, while following company procedures, GMPs, Safety, and Quality programs.

Location: Websterville, VT (Barre)

Pay: $20.60 per hour.

Hours: 1st Shift 8:00 AM 4:30 PM with overtime requirements

Required Qualifications & Experiences

• 18 years or older.
  

• Basic computer skills.
  

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills
  

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences

• 1+ years of continuous prior experience in any industry.
  

• Self-Reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision.
  

• Must be attentive to detail and have good organizational skills.
  

• Able to trouble shoot mechanical problems.
  

• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team.
  

• Ability to follow manufacturer's specifications and directions.
  

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  

• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day.
  

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Sets-up and dismantles machines, cleans, and sanitizes prior and after using.
  

• Coordinates with cheesemakers.
  

• Makes sure machinery runs efficiently and detects malfunctions when they occur.
  

• Completes all steps in the draining and forming process.
  

• Controls the product weight, takes frequent measurements, and adjusts machinery or technique accordingly.
  

• Takes pH, temperature, moisture on product to control the process.
  

• Completes cleaning/sanitizing according to schedule and necessity.
  

• Completes all quality and accounting paperwork.
  

• Prepares ingredients, records lot # on make sheet and/or accounting sheet.
  

• Assembles pipes, connects vats, pumps, and other equipment based on process.
  

• Performs environmental cleaning following company Quality Plan.
  

• Collects samples for Quality Assurance, as needed.
  

• Communicates regularly with other departments on specific work processes.
  

• Report issues and progress to the Quality Assurance Manager, Creamery Manager or Creamery Supervisor.
  

• Make sure that the cleaning is completed, and work area is tidy before leaving.
  

• Ensure a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks.
  

• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  

• Follow all procedures, GMPs, Safety, Quality, and Sanitation plans.
  

• Identify and report all potentially non-conforming product and equipment to Supervisor and the Quality Assurance Department.
  

• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule.
  

• Other duties as assigned.
  

Essential Physical Requirements

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements.
  

• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment.
  

• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present.
  

• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime.
  

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receiv]]>

Vermont USA 2026-01-31 08:00:28.773

Sign- On Bonus: $2000.00 to be paid on the following schedule: $500.00 after 30 days of continuous employment, $750.00 after 6 months of continuous employment, and $750.00 after 12 months of continuous employment.

Pay: $20.60/hr
Shift & Working Hours: 1st shift - 5am - 1:30pm sun-thurs

In this role, you will be a key member of our Land O'Lakes, Inc. manufacturing team, performing front-line production processes that add value and quality to the inputs and creation of final high-quality products. You will gain skills and experience of taking raw materials to produce our final products for customers. This will include operating machinery and equipment, packaging the final product. Join our team to become part of a member-owned co-op that is Rooted In Tomorrow.

This role is part of our Dairy Food business who creates dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives.

Key Responsibilities:
• Complies with all safety processes and insists on safety practices of self and others
• Shows up on time, completes tasks by deadlines, and adapts to changes quickly
• Able to multi-task and keep up with production demands in a fast-paced environment
• Ensures all quality standards and standard operating procedures are followed during production process
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of work area
• Collaborates and follows the instructions of Leads and Management to accomplish daily work assignments

Required Experience and Skills:
• Must be 18 years or older
• 1 year or more of work experience in any industry
• Basic computer and math skills
• Able to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Willingness to learn new skills, problem-solve and troubleshoot
• Strong collaboration, communication skills, and is always respectful

Preferred Experience:
• 1+ year of manufacturing work experience
• Machine operation and/or forklift experience

Physical Requirements:
• Able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working in temperature zones that include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include areas where dust and chemicals are present

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices.

Neither Land O'Lakes, nor its affiliates or search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested.

If you need to submit a reasonable accommodation request to complete the employment application process, please call the HR Solution Center at 844-LOL-HR4U (844-565-4748) M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT. ]]>

Vermont USA 2026-01-21 23:00:18.45

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses tied to enterprise profitability
• Additional benefits (housing, health insurance) available if desired

 Position OverviewShepherds Brook Farms (SBF) is seeking an experienced Farm Manager for our diversified livestock enterprises currently in production across 1000+ acres in Vermont's Upper Valley region.  This position requires a versatile agricultural professional who can manage multiple interconnected operations including rotational grazing and feedlot beef finishing, cow-calf production, pasture and cropland management, and commercial sheep/lamb enterprises.  The ideal candidate will coordinate operations across all SBF farm properties (each with unique production goals and management systems) while maintaining efficiency, profitability, and animal welfare standards for the broader organization. Primary Responsibilities1. Manage multi-site farm operations

• Develop and implement integrated farm operational plans and standard operating procedures
• Balance allocation of equipment, labor, and supplies between properties/operations
• Maintain farm infrastructure, facilities, and pastures to highest professional standards
• Coordinate livestock movements and transfers between properties
• Manage farm level data collection to support management decision making

 2. Manage livestock enterprises

• Manage complete sheep production cycle from breeding through market-ready lamb
• Manage cow-calf operations including breeding, calving, calf health and weaning, yearling development, brood cow maintenance, and transfer of feeders to finishing 
• Implement comprehensive health and vaccination protocols across all species and production systems
• Manage annual forage production optimized for both sheep and cattle

 3. Farm business development

• Vermont USA 2025-12-28 17:38:47.12