At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Our best comes from our people—their expertise, talents and passion. As our industry continues to evolve, and we serve more customers around the world, it’s our people who drive our success as a leading global dairy processor. The Continuous Improvement Intern will support the St‑Laurent cutting plant in implementing Saputo’s operational excellence system by participating in data analysis, process mapping, and improvement initiatives. They will work under the supervision of the Continuous Improvement team and the plant management to identify opportunities for improving efficiency and sustainability, while learning to apply Lean and continuous improvement principles on the shop floor. The intern will contribute to short‑term improvement projects and help standardize processes across various functions.

The Internship will begin on May 11th and end August 14th, 2026.

AT SAPUTO, YOU WILL…

Write the future of the industry – We’re a leading global dairy processor because we’ve always been passionate and optimistic about solving the challenges we face. At Saputo, you will work alongside a committed team that continues to find better and more efficient answers that shape the future of our industry.Have an impact on day one – Being hands-on is part of our culture. From your first day, you’ll contribute to our success, because we tap into the talents of each and every one of our employees. Grow in your own way – We know that everyone’s growth path looks a little different. As you progress in your internship, you’ll discover opportunities for you to grow and build your own career path. 

HOW YOU WILL MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS THAT MATTER... 

Assist in planning and implementing targeted improvement initiatives that can be successfully completed during the internship. This includes data collection, performance gap analysis, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to achieve measurable results.Collaborate with various departments to document and improve standardized operating procedures (SOPs).Participate in hands‑on activities on the production floor to observe operations, collect data, and identify opportunities to reduce losses and improve First‑Time‑Right (FTR) performance.

YOU ARE BEST SUITED FOR THE ROLE IF YOU...

You are currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related field (second‑ or third‑year bachelor’s students or first‑year master’s students);You have previous internship experience in a related field (an asset);You are able to make data‑driven decisions and act as a positive change agent;You have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills;As part of the role, the incumbent will be required to communicate and collaborate in English, both spoken and written, with colleagues and other stakeholders in Québec and across Canada;You have the ability to build and maintain relationships and collaborate effectively with team members and various stakeholders;You demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and can manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision;You possess strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with data visualization or reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) and manufacturing performance systems (e.g., OEE) is an asset;You have knowledge or experience in Lean, Six Sigma (e.g., Yellow/Green Belt certification), 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Root Cause Analysis (DMAIC, Fishbone, 5 Whys) (an asset).

All applications are carefully considered by our Talent Acquisition team.
Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in screening applications. 

Artificial Intelligence is not used to assess or select applications.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. 
 

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.    

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We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family. Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships, are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.