Dairy Relations & Quality Coordinator

Hilmar; Dalhart (TX); On-site; USD 76,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilmar Cheese Company seeks a Dairy Relations Coordinator to bridge dairy farmers and our facilities, focusing on milk quality, policy awareness, and industry trends. You will build relationships with dairies and the community while supporting multiple small follow-up tasks that matter to our regional producers.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to manage diverse duties in a fast-paced environment within Hilmar's operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or higher with 5 years dairy-related experience.
• Proficient in computer applications and Excel.
• Strong listening skills and ability to follow and implement instructions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage job responsibilities efficiently and within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support Hilmar dairy farmers through regular communication, farm visits, relationship building, and timely follow-up on dairy needs.
• Monitor milk quality, coordinate sampling follow-up, communicate results, and help resolve quality, shrinkage, or production concerns.
• Prepare producer communications, including newsletters, quality reports, red flag notices, and relevant industry updates.
• Support compliance with Hilmar, state, federal, transportation, and FARM program requirements.
• Coordinate with internal teams, plants, haulers, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to address transport, sampling, and operational issues.
• Assist with farmer roundtables, farm tours, dairy recruitment, rotating on-call support, and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Hilmar Cheese Company seeks a Dairy Relations Coordinator to bridge dairy farmers and our facilities, focusing on milk quality, policy awareness, and industry trends. You will build relationships with dairies and the community while supporting multiple small follow-up tasks that matter to our regional producers.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to manage diverse duties in a fast-paced environment within Hilmar's operations.