Manufacturing & Operations Leadership Program Job at Agropur, Luverne, MN

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  • Agropur
  • Luverne, MN

Job Description

Job Type:

Regular

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

At Agropur, organizational growth is driven by the growth of our people.

This is more than a first job — it’s the foundation for a long-term leadership career.

As part of our Manufacturing & Operations Leadership Development Program, you'll develop a strong operational mindset, work side by side with experienced leaders, and gain hands‑on exposure to large‑scale manufacturing environments.

Designed specifically for new graduates, this structured 18‑month rotational program provides immersive learning across key operational areas and prepares you to become one of the future leaders within our network.

An environment that supports your development :

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

  • 401(k) with 7% company contributions

  • 3 weeks Paid Time Off

  • Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

  • Paid parental leave

  • Advancement Opportunities

  • Starting salary: $70,000

The challenges that will allow you to grow:

As an Associate in our Manufacturing & Operations Leadership Development Program, through structured rotations, mentorship, and leadership coaching, you will gain the technical, operational, and people-management skills needed to lead teams in a high-performance manufacturing environment. You will rotate through several key operational functions including:

  • Production & operations

  • Maintenance & automation

  • Planning & distribution

  • Quality & Food safety

  • Continuous improvements

During the program, you will:

  • Work directly in production environments, supporting process optimization and taking on early team‑coordination responsibilities.

  • Follow a personalized development plan supported by mentorship, coaching, and leadership workshops.

  • Collaborate with cross functional teams and gain visibility with senior leaders.

  • Be considered for a frontline leadership or supervisory role upon successful completion.

You will learn:

  • How to build foundational leadership and people‑management skills.

  • How manufacturing operations and production processes function from end to end.

  • Key principles of Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.

  • How supply chain planning, scheduling, and workflow optimization drive operational success.

  • How to make data driven decisions using performance metrics and operational insights.

What you bring to grow with us :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Manufacturing, Food Science, Production & Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or a related technical or business field

  • Internship or relevant project experience in manufacturing, operations, or industrial technology (preferred)

  • Demonstrated leadership through internships, campus involvement, or team projects

  • Strong communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

  • Mobility to relocate for assignments (if required)

  • Genuine interest in leading teams in a manufacturing environment

A workplace where learning, growth, and performance go hand in hand.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.  Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.

Job Tags

Rotational program, Full time, Temporary work, Internship, Relocation

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