Cheese Plant Manager

Glanbia Nutritionals, Inc.; St. Johns (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader for their 24/7 Cheese Plant in St. Johns, Michigan. This full-time, onsite role focuses on driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity while fostering a zero-loss work culture. The ideal candidate will manage all aspects of plant operations, ensuring compliance and addressing customer concerns. With a commitment to safety and operational excellence, this position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career development on a global stage. Join a diverse team dedicated to innovation and quality in nutrition.

Benefits

Staff Discounts

Generous Family Leave Policy

Health & Dental Plan

401K

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of related experience required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills needed.
• Proficiency in computer skills is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant operations ensuring safety and quality.
• Manage budget, output, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Uphold zero-loss culture and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Leadership Abilities

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency

Understanding of TPM

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

5+ Years of Related Experience

Tools

Various Software Applications

Job description

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We are seeking a dynamic leader to lead our 24/7 Cheese Plant, driving continuous improvement in Engagement, Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Operational Excellence. This role involves developing leadership that fosters a zero-loss work culture, ensuring product safety and quality, and aligning activities with company policies, goals, and objectives. This permanent, full-time position will report to the Site Director and is fully onsite. Essential functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Lead and inspire plant employees to achieve a zero-loss work culture, ensuring safety and product quality.
• Manage all aspects of plant operations, including budget, output, and continuous improvement.
• Meet production goals related to yield, quality, and customer specifications.
• Minimize losses within the cheese plant through strategic management of resources.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance in day-to-day operations.
• Address and resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Organize and develop Production Managers and Team Leaders.
• Uphold the culture of zero losses and compliance with all safety and food safety regulations.

The Skills you will bring to the team

• Bachelor's degree or a minimum of five years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including email, record keeping, and various software applications.
• Understanding of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and delegate effectively.
• Commitment to safety and proactive team efforts to achieve company goals.

If you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please apply!

Where and how you will work

The opportunity will be based in St Johns, Michigan and is fully onsite for a 24/7 operations plant.

What we would like to offer you!

The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.

About Glanbia

The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: Glanbia Performance Nutrition, Glanbia Nutritional's, and Joint Ventures. Collectively and with our partners, we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide.

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.