Plant Manager

This position is responsible for: Approaching work with a Continuous Improvement (CI) mindset, and engaging in Producers Dairy Mission Statement to identify, value, prioritize, resource and sustain improvement opportunities. Owning and promoting a Safety Culture by ensuring a safe work environment and promoting proper safety behavior.

Work in a manner consistent with our Core Values and promoting and exemplifying our Purpose in all activities. Continue to pursue personal and professional development, including but not limited to: leadership, financial, and strategic skills, through internal and external methods. Support the Operations team members and the plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group.

Ensure that team members are provided opportunities for personal and professional growth. Own and promote a Safety Culture by ensuring a safe work environment and promoting proper safety behavior. Work with all departments to ensure the operations areas are effective and meet company productivity and cost targets. Ensure a sufficient inventory of raw milk and the necessary ingredients and supplies for processing and handling of products.

Ensure product Quality standards are met and compliance with all current and future sanitation programs. Ensure the Development of the daily production schedule to meet production demands in the most efficient and effective way possible. Ensure inventory control and product reconciliation standards are maintained at or better than budgeted levels.

Coordinate with Transportation, wholesale, and vault team to ensure department is timely and effective in the load out of trucks and communicates effectively. Work with the Maintenance department to ensure equipment is maintained and available for needed repairs or PM’s. Hold daily production review meetings for continuous improvement and productive information sharing.

Ensure effective manpower scheduling for the operations. Adhere to the budgeted labor dollars and maintains loss control in fluid and packaging. Maintain an effective housekeeping program in all areas of responsibility. Lead Continuous Improvement team initiatives. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications- Minimum- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities High School Diploma or GED required.

A minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory role, preferably in a food/dairy manufacturing environment. Capable of initiating & driving change. Outstanding interpersonal skills with ability to build effective relationships and influence others. Demonstrated skills in leading and developing team members. Inquisitive and analytical mind that challenges tradition and the status quo combined with a common-sense approach that actively pursues the best way to achieve practical solutions.

Ability to learn quickly and continuously. Preferred Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.