Operations Management Trainee Program (Summer 2024)

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based dairy company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and value-added products to nourish consumers.

With more than $1B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s growing portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

The company is driven by its values of caring for people, the animals that supply us with milk, and the planet. By providing nourishing products, implementing stringent care standards for animals, and stewarding efficient operations and responsible packaging, fairlife, LLC puts a focus each day on making a positive impact for all. 

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

about our rotation program:

The fairlife Operations Rotation Program is a two-year, full-time program to provide practical experience in a variety of functions within a fast-paced, consumer packaged goods manufacturing environment. The primary focus during the Rotation Program will be within Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering.

Each participant will spend one year in Goodyear, AZ and another year in Coopersville, MI (initial job site location is based on current business need). Willingness to relocate is required for consideration. Participants will complete three to four rotations during their two-year program, based on interest and business need.

job purpose: The Operations Rotation Program will provide trainees with four critical operations experiences over a two-year period in supply chain, engineering, and operations, to prepare for future operations leadership positions.

skills/qualifications required:

• Supply Chain, Engineering, or a relevant bachelor’s degree completed no later than June 2024
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0, or higher
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Preferred experience as a prior Supply Chain or Engineering intern or experience working in a manufacturing environment prior to graduation
• Must be willing to relocate for rotations program and post-program
• Passion for manufacturing, flexibility and mobility, critical thinking, and leadership capabilities
• Desire to lead required, preferred experience with leading a project at an internship or during degree program

working conditions and physical requirements:

• 12 hours sitting/standing/walking
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to hazards machinery, confined spaces, etc.

food safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.

• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

location: Coopersville, MI and Goodyear, AZ

schedule: On-site, with a full-time schedule

duration: Two-year program, beginning in July 2024, running through June 2026

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [email protected].