Job Title: Quality & Food Safety Intern Location: Lethbridge, AB Duration: July 2026 to December 026

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 Corporate Quality & Food Safety Co-op will provide key support in the areas of Manufacturing Quality and Food Safety documentation. The role will support in the creation and development of various documents, including SOPs, forms and other supporting documents related to GMP, HACCP, QSLc, certifications, sanitation, etc. The role could be involved in problem solving and the creation of CAPAs.

The attributes we are looking for: Assist efforts to ensure that all product and process related documentation is current including HACCP Plans, Prerequisite Programs, Standard Operating Procedures, etc. Assist the Quality and Production Supervisor to ensure all documentation meets standards. Assist with root cause analysis and determine the necessary corrective action. Assist with calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment. Participating in production monitoring to ensure established standards and specifications are met. Assist with physicochemical and microbiological analysis to evaluate the quality and stability of food products. Participant in Health & Safety Program where applicable.

What you will bring: Attending college or university in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field of study. Capable of understanding and writing Procedures for the manufacturing sites with attention to details. Advanced proficiency with office computer technology including Microsoft Office products. Effective in working alone or with team to investigate reoccurring deviations and develop appropriate CAPAs. Excellent attention to detail for product analysis and recording of product data to close non-conformance deviations. Excellent communication and cooperation with coworkers to complete projects and to increase work quality. Fast learner and can easily understand and adapt to new procedures in a short period. Good communications and interpersonal skills.

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 environment 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.