Dairy Plant Operations Leader

Upstate Niagara Cooperative; North Lawrence (NY); On-site; USD 93,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, North Lawrence Plant, seeks a Plant Superintendent to lead Production, Coolers, Maintenance and Quality control, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. You will drive performance, manage staff, and coordinate plant operations to meet company goals.

Ideal candidates will bring dairy/manufacturing experience, strong leadership, and a proven track record in continuous improvement, together with knowledge of SQF, HACCP and CI methodologies.

Qualifications

• Leads and motivates teams to achieve objectives.
• Experience evaluating direct reports and performance.
• Strong analytical and time-management skills.
• Proficient in MS Windows, Word and Excel.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards (SQF, HACCP).

Responsibilities

• Directs Production, Coolers, Maintenance and Quality control departments.
• Ensure safety, quality practices and customer satisfaction.
• Coordinate daily department activities to meet objectives.
• Lead continuous improvement and cost-reduction efforts.
• Maintain supervision records and staff scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Time management

MS Windows Proficiency

MS Excel Proficiency

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or Business

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma Black Belt

Job description

Upstate Niagara Cooperative, North Lawrence Plant, seeks a Plant Superintendent to lead Production, Coolers, Maintenance and Quality control, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. You will drive performance, manage staff, and coordinate plant operations to meet company goals.

Ideal candidates will bring dairy/manufacturing experience, strong leadership, and a proven track record in continuous improvement, together with knowledge of SQF, HACCP and CI methodologies.