Operations Management Trainee

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife's portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife nutrition plan, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit

about our operations management trainee (OMT) program:

The fairlife Operations Management Trainee Program is a two-year, full-time program to provide practical experience in a variety of functions within a fast-paced, consumer packaged goods manufacturing environment. The primary focus during the Rotation Program will be within Operations and Engineering.

Each participant will be based a consecutive year at two of the following production plant locations: Coopersville, MI; Goodyear, AZ; Webster, NY. Initial job site location will be based on current business needs. A willingness to relocate is required for consideration. Participants will complete four rotations during their two-year program, based on interest and business need.

job purpose: The Operations Management Trainee (OMT) Program will provide trainees with four critical operations experiences over a two-year period in engineering and operations, to prepare for future operations leadership positions.

skills/qualifications required:

• Engineering or relevant bachelor's degree completed no later than June 2026
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0, or higher
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Required previous experience as an Engineering intern/co-op or relevant role based in a manufacturing setting OR experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Must be willing to relocate for rotational program and post-program
• Passion for manufacturing, flexibility and mobility, critical thinking, and leadership capabilities
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal --- Ability to read and write in English

working conditions and physical requirements:

• Up to 12 hours sitting/standing/walking
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Exposure to hazards machinery, confined spaces, etc.

food safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.
• Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.
• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.
• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system.
• Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming product in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.
• In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

position location: Coopersville, MI; Goodyear, AZ; Webster, NY

schedule: On-site, with a full-time schedule

duration: Two-year program, beginning July 2026, running through June 2028

sponsorship: This role will not be considered for sponsorship. Individuals on school visas (OPT, CPT, etc.) will not be considered for this opportunity.

travel requirements: 10%

exempt/nonexempt: exempt

*Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email .

For Recruitment Agencies

At fairlife, we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team, which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.

As our recruitment is primarily handled in-house, we work only occasionally with external agencies, and only those on our existing, pre-approved vendor list. At this time, we are not reviewing or expanding that list.

Unsolicited resumes or submissions from external agencies not authorized by our Talent Acquisition team will be considered direct candidate applications. As such, fairlife will not assume responsibility for any placement fees associated with these submissions.