Plant Manager

Davita Inc.; Town of Luxemburg (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy producer seeks a Plant Director in Luxemburg, WI, to lead plant operations and ensure efficiency and safety standards. The successful candidate will manage a team, enhance operational efficiencies, and drive profitability within a collaborative environment focused on quality.

Benefits

401(k) with 7% company contributions

3 weeks Paid Time Off

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Paid parental leave

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 10 years of manufacturing experience.
• 5 years in a dairy/food production plant.
• 5 years supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations and departmental effectiveness.
• Ensure product and revenue goals are met.
• Implement cost-effective systems.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Efficiency

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management

Job description

Job Type:RegularInvest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you!

How Agropur invests in YOU:

Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with 7% company contributions
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Advancement Opportunities
• Salary range 008: $140,700 - $175,900 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

What's involved in this role:

We are looking for a Plant Director in Luxemburg, WI.

• Oversee all plant operations and ensure each department is operating effectively.
• Initiate changes to production and other processes within the plant when needed.
• Ensure that product and revenue goals are being met.
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish Agropur goals and objectives.
• Increase job knowledge of the team by educating employees on methods and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
• Conduct meetings resulting in clear actions plans.
• Develop and control profits, plans and budgets.
• Implement cost effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, human capital, wages and salaries.
• Manage capital asset maintenance.
• Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
• Accomplish objectives by troubleshooting concerns, planning, evaluating, and tracking activities.
• Achieve operational objectives by building strategic plans and reviews.
• Ensure Agropur standards related to Good Manufacturing Practices, safety, quality and Standard Operating Procedures are adhered to.
• Complete and/or assist in the duties of all jobs related to production as needed.
• Work with plant, corporate and client personnel to resolve day-to-day production tasks/needs as they arise.

What you need to join our team:

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in manufacturing required.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a dairy and/or food production plant required.
• Minimum five (5) years supervisory experience required.

• Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Business, Operations Management, or any other related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Where you'll be working:

Agropur's US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties, and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world's largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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