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Operations Leadership Associate

Agropur · Wisconsin Little Chute, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

This is an 18-month rotational program. Why do you want to lead in manufacturing rather than start in a single specialist role?

What they are checking: Whether they truly want to manage people on a plant floor, which is the point of the program.

Tell me about a time you led a group of people who did not report to you.

What they are checking: Early leadership instincts, since new graduates must influence experienced crews before having formal authority.

Describe a time you had to give someone feedback they did not want to hear.

What they are checking: Comfort with hard conversations, which supervisors face daily and many new grads avoid.

Tell me about a mistake you made on a team project and how you handled it.

What they are checking: Ownership and accountability, which leadership programs look for before trusting someone with a crew.

Where do you want to be when the 18 months are up?

What they are checking: Whether their goals match the program's path into supervisory and plant leadership roles.

What would you do

You are a few weeks into a rotation and a senior operator tells you your idea will not work. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they listen and learn from floor experience instead of pulling rank or giving up.

Leaders in plants often work nights, weekends and holidays. How do you feel about that?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the lifestyle of plant leadership before committing to the program.

If two rotations give you conflicting advice on how to run a line, how do you decide?

What they are checking: Judgment in weighing different mentors' views and forming their own reasoned approach.

About the work

How would you measure whether a production shift went well?

What they are checking: Familiarity with plant metrics like yield, OEE, safety incidents and quality holds.

What do you know about dairy manufacturing, and what part of the process are you most curious about?

What they are checking: Real curiosity about the business they would lead in, beyond a generic interest in operations.

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The full job description

As published by Agropur.

Job Type: Temporary (Fixed Term) People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability to create value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of Agropur means joining a team where your contributions matter, your ideas are heard, and your work has a meaningful impact on the future of our business. Our Manufacturing & Operations Leadership Development Program is designed for new graduates who aspire to become the next generation of leaders within our manufacturing network. Inspired by industry-leading programs, this structured 18 month s rotational experience offers hands-on exposure across key areas of our operations. Through progressive 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. A structured work environment: • 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 Your day-to-day responsibilities: As an Associate in our Manufacturing & Operations Leadership Development Program, t hrough 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 Your role in achieving results: • 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 need to join our team: • Bachelor’s degree or Associate’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 role for those who want to create real impact and contribute to measurable and sustainable results. 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.

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