Job Title: Logistics Optimization Student

Location: Ingleside, ON

Duration: 8-month contract

Contract term: From August 2026 to May 2027

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.

Lactalis Student Program:

At Lactalis, we are committed to cultivating talent and providing enriching opportunities that ignite passion and foster growth in our future leaders. Our student program is designed to nurture your potential by providing you with enriching work experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Lactalis Canada’s student program encourages curiosity, creativity, professional development, and personal growth. Not only will you develop your expertise through hands-on experiences, but you will also join a thriving network of Lactalis Students across Canada. All students will have the chance to participate in social events, group trainings and workshops, manufacturing plant tours, and an end-of semester project!

We are invested in your long-term success and aim to equip you with skills and experiences that will fuel your future!

About the opportunity:

The Logistics Optimization Student’s purpose is to assist in developing, configuring and optimizing industrial processes related the transportation, warehousing and planning department. The student works closely with the Logistics & Planning Manager, to evaluate, take measurements and interpret data to improve processes.

The attributes we are looking for:





- Work closely with a cross functional team to optimize production in a highly automated plant by analyzing production data to identify trends and implement solutions.
- Responsible for completing an improvement project in the assigned area.
- Help develop and review Standard Operating Procedures and work instructions for the production department.
- Ensure all safety policies, good manufacturing processes and standard operating procedures are always adhered to, and that all products consistently meet specifications.
- Support supervisors, planners & managers for necessary activities in the department.
- Other duties as assigned.

What you will bring:

- Pursing a degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field of study.
- Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude
- Manufacturing experience would be considered an asset.
- Self-driven and able to work independently.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Proven attention to details but also able to see the big picture.
- Good Communicator, listener and presenter
- Ability to adapt to changing culture/environments
- Able to work alone with minimal supervision effectively.

This job description is intended to summarize the overall level of responsibility of the job and is not an exhaustive list of all the duties performed.

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its students with the following student package:

- A welcoming and passionate team
- Hands-on, meaningful projects
- An environment where your ideas truly matter
- A great addition to your resume (and maybe more…)
- A competitive salary
- 8% vacation pay




- Health & dental benefits starting day 1 (including coverage for vision, mental health practitioners, physiotherapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, naturopathy, and more!)
- Social events with other students
- Opportunities to learn about different functions within our company

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 setting that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.

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 LinkedIn. 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 $21/h – $22.50+/h.

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.

📌 Logistics Optimization Student - Lactalis Canada (Ontario)
🏢 Lactalis Canada
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