Assistant Plant Controller

Darey Brands; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Darey Brands is seeking an Assistant Plant Controller for its Turlock facility. This entry-level role involves financial oversight, cost analysis, and collaboration with operations to ensure accuracy in reporting and inventory management. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Accounting or Finance and a strong desire to grow in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous PTO and Paid Holidays

Employer 401(k) Safe Harbor matching program

Opportunities for professional development and training

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or cost accounting principles.
• Eagerness to learn and grow into a plant finance leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Support the standard costing process, variance tracking, and basic cost analysis.
• Monitor and report on plant KPIs and variances versus budget or forecast.
• Participate in continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.

Skills

Excel

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

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Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Reports to: Senior Plant Controller

Who we are:

Darey Brands is a leading manufacturer of sustainable and better-for-you specialty dairy. The company produces famed Meyenberg goat milk and butter, Redwood Hill Farm goat milk yogurts and kefirs, and Green Valley lactose-free cow milk dairy products. Darey Brands also co-manufactures premium, plant-based dairy alternatives. Products are sold nationwide at leading grocery, mass, natural, specialty, and online retailers such as Whole Foods Market, Kroger, Albertsons, Publix, HEB, Sprouts Farmers Market, Walmart, Amazon, Instacart, and more. Darey Brands is a recently created company that united two long-standing and iconic specialty dairy companies – Meyenberg and Redwood Hill Farm & Creamery. With 90 years of history in the industry, we’re one of the OGs of specialty dairy.

Darey Brands has two primary locations, in Sebastopol, CA and Turlock, CA, with approximately 120 employees across both sites. Darey Brands is wholly owned by Emmi Group. Emmi Group (EMMN) is a leading manufacturer of high-quality dairy products in Switzerland, with a strong local presence in 15 countries. Emmi Group is a public company generating over $5 billion in 2024 sales, with more than 9,000 employees and distribution in over 60 countries.

Role Overview:

The Assistant Plant Controller at Darey Brands' Meyenberg Goat Milk facility supports the financial oversight and performance tracking of the Turlock facility. This is a growth-oriented role ideal for a candidate with a foundational background in finance or cost accounting and an interest in developing strong cross-functional skills in a manufacturing environment. This is a full-time, exempt position which reports to the company-wide Controller, who will collaborate closely with plant operations, supply chain, and corporate finance.

Key Responsibilities:

The following reflects management’s definition of essential job functions but does not limit assigned duties. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs and individual development.

·Support the standard costing process, variance tracking, and basic cost analysis under the direction of the Senior Plant Controller.

·Work in close coordination with production through daily review of plant activity, inventory adjustments and manufacturing orders to ensure accuracy.

·Help monitor and report on plant KPIs and variances versus budget or forecast.

·Monitor milk receiving and tracking of inventory, including at 3 rd party service providers. Work with Operations and Supply Chain teams to track and analyze inventory throughout the supply chain.

·Perform financial profitability analyses, such as price, volume, mix analysis by item.

·Assist in gathering data and preparing inputs for the budgeting and forecasting process (e.g., sales, production, capital plans).

·Support the tracking and reporting of capital expenditures and related project performance

·Ensure data accuracy and consistency for inventory valuation and monthly reconciliations in collaboration with the accounting team.

·Work with Supply Chain team to validate monthly inventory, including with 3PL providers. Analyze and report adjustments and results.

·Participate in continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives in collaboration with operations and finance.

· Provide basic reporting and insights on scrap, COPQ, labor efficiency, inventory movement, and cost drivers.

Required Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Eagerness to learn and grow into a plant finance leadership role.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing or cost accounting principles.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups).
• Ability to communicate clearly, take direction, and work collaboratively across departments.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability, with a willingness to vigorously investigate transactional discrepancies.
• Extremely high attention to detail and accuracy in reporting and data entry.
• Prior experience with and strong knowledge of ERP systems.
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Openness to feedback and a continuous improvement mindset.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance from an accredited college or university.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounting or financial analysis, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with cost accounting is preferred.
• CPA or CMA candidacy is a plus but not required

Essential Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and key responsibilities of this position.

Frequent operation of computer and other office equipment, the ability to sit at a workstation for long periods of time, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, lift, twist, pull, push, carry, grasp, reach and stoop as need, and to occasionally lift and carry items up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

The noise level in the office is usually quiet to moderate.The employee primarily works in an office environment but is exposed to the production facility where the noise is moderate to loud and there is exposure to mechanical equipment.Work may require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Darey Brands Core Values:

• PUT PEOPLE FIRST: We respect everyone and celebrate diversity and inclusion, learning from each other and inspiring personal growth.
• OBSESS OVER QUALITY: We recognize that great taste and positive experiences drive sales. We continually innovate to delight our consumers and customers.
• DO WHAT IT TAKES: We collaborate and embrace challenges with passion and a solution-oriented mindset. We communicate honestly and transparently, building trust and having fun.
• HOLD OURSELVES ACCOUNTABLE: We strive to create balance of people, planet, and profit by respectfully caring about our team, community, and the environment.

What we have for you:

• Competitive pay opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependents with substantial employer premium contributions
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Employer 401(k) Safe Harbor matching program
• Opportunities for professional development and training

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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