Saputo Inc. · 14 hours ago
Research & Development Trainee
Waupun, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New GradSaputo Inc. is a top 10 global dairy processor, committed to high-quality products and community support. The Research & Development Trainee will research, design, and evaluate dairy products, ensuring they meet specifications while performing various laboratory analyses and supporting product development activities.
Food and BeverageFood Processing
Responsibilities
Responsible for microbiological, analytical, and organoleptic analysis of all milk, whey, and cheese products for conformance to government, customer, and Saputo specifications. Must be able to perform all lab testing
Responsible for understanding and complying with the Good Manufacturing Practices
Perform sample preparation and any analytical tests as needed, including moisture, pH, salt, fat, total solids, chlorides, COD, rennet, starter activity, mojonnier, kjeldahls, Gel Electrophoresis etc. Interpret the results
Set-up, operate, maintain, clean, and calibrate all pieces of lab equipment on a daily basis
Sort and analyze sample results efficiently and ensure information is reported in a timely manner
Responsible for awareness of all aspects of laboratory testing and quality related tasks
Provide Technical Support to designated plants in the U.S
Maximize plant profitability by monitoring raw material utilization, plant efficiencies, ingredient recoups and analytical targets
Monitor and maintain or improve the quality of products from plants
Review and analyze problems in plant and be part of corrective action
Review cheese make records and make recommendations for improvement
Document all research work and changes or implementations made at plants
Network with all resources available and keep up on new technologies within the Dairy Industry
Perform other duties and responsibilities as deemed necessary
Help aid in the recommending, installation, and commissioning of new plant equipment and processes
Assist in coordinating product development activities at the plants
Qualification
Required
Have a bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Dairy Technology, or a related field
Are proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting using Microsoft Word, graphing, creating, and managing Excel spreadsheets
Have the ability to define problems, collect data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions
Are able to interpret a variety of technical information in mathematical and/or narrative form and deal with abstract and concrete variables
Have the ability to work flexible hours and travel 50% of the time
Have demonstrated excellent writing skills
Have the ability to communicate in a professional manner with press and community contacts
Are self-motivated, possess good organizational skills, are detail-oriented, prioritize accuracy, can multi-task and meet deadlines
Have experience or education in corporate communications
Are proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software
Have the ability to be flexible and work on multiple projects simultaneously
Have the ability to work scheduled hours and required overtime as needed
Display traits of reliability, honesty, respect, attention to detail, and punctuality
Can work independently, and as part of a team
Demonstrate professionalism and positively represents and promotes Saputo at all times
Benefits
Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment.
Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family.
Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.
Company
Saputo Inc.
Saputo produces, markets, and distributes various dairy products.
Founded in 1954
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (3)
2022 (7)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1997-10-15IPO
Leadership Team
Carl Colizza
President and Chief Executive Officer
Gaetane Wagner
Retired- Chief Human Resources Officer
Recent News
2025-08-07
2025-06-07
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