Dairy Plant Operations Supervisor

Joseph Gallo Cheese Company; Atwater (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Educational Reimbursement

Paid time off

Free cheese!

Job summary

Joseph Gallo Farms seeks a seasoned Plant Operations Supervisor to lead daily production, manage frontline teams, and drive efficiency in a dairy manufacturing setting. You will implement SOPs, oversee training, and ensure safety and quality across shifts.

The role requires strong supervisory experience, English proficiency, and willingness to work non-traditional hours. A.A. with B.S./B.A. preferred; dairy knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum A.A. with B.S. or B.A. preferred.
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience with GMP compliance and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage operational employees through frontline leads to meet daily objectives.
• Oversee hiring, performance reviews, rewards, and disciplinary actions.
• Develop and enforce SOPs; plan workload and shift assignments.
• Identify training needs and certification requirements for staff.
• Ensure safe operation and maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Support process improvement initiatives and KPI achievement.

Skills

Supervisory experience

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Willingness for non-traditional hours

Spanish language skills (preferred)

Education

A.A. with B.S./B.A. preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Joseph Gallo Farms seeks a seasoned Plant Operations Supervisor to lead daily production, manage frontline teams, and drive efficiency in a dairy manufacturing setting. You will implement SOPs, oversee training, and ensure safety and quality across shifts.

The role requires strong supervisory experience, English proficiency, and willingness to work non-traditional hours. A.A. with B.S./B.A. preferred; dairy knowledge is a plus.