Dairy Plant Operations Leader

Saputo, Inc.; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Production Manager to lead the plant across administration, production, processing, packaging, scheduling, sanitation, quality, purchasing, safety and environmental areas.

You will partner with the Plant Manager and other departments to ensure orders are produced cost-effectively while upholding safety and quality standards. The role requires supervisory experience, budgeting proficiency, and strong leadership with continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of (2)-years of supervisory experience.
• Experience using Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Proficient understanding of budgeting and cost control.
• Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Working understanding of OSHA GISO’s and Workers Compensation claim management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications, SAP a plus.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead others through change.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the plant in administration, production, processing, packaging, scheduling, sanitation, quality, purchasing, safety and environmental.
• Serve as liaison between Plant and other departments including Distribution, Quality, Maintenance and Regulatory Personnel.
• Direct overall activities to meet customer orders at lowest cost while maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Analyze plant operations and metrics to uphold quality and safety standards.
• Manage expenses including shrink, labor and overhead using Continuous Improvement methods.
• Analyze downtime to improve efficiency and processes.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures for all business aspects.
• Cooperate across departments to drive change and improvements.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and resolve product quality issues with Technical Support.
• Lead and develop staff, and manage performance and audits.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Continuous improvement

OSHA knowledge

Microsoft Office

SAP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Production Manager to lead the plant across administration, production, processing, packaging, scheduling, sanitation, quality, purchasing, safety and environmental areas.

You will partner with the Plant Manager and other departments to ensure orders are produced cost-effectively while upholding safety and quality standards. The role requires supervisory experience, budgeting proficiency, and strong leadership with continuous improvement mindset.