Plant Operations Associate

Foremost Farms USA; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Foremost Farms USA is hiring a Plant Operations Associate in Wisconsin. The role supports day-to-day plant operations, inventory tracking, production reporting, and milk manifest management, using Oracle and other ERP systems. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential. Typical schedule runs 6:00 a.m.

to 6:00 p.m. with a 2-2-3 rotation and weekend work every other week. Candidates should be able to work with Operations teams and suppliers to ensure accurate data and timely issue

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of job-related experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to investigate discrepancies.
• Ability to collaborate with Operations and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support production and manufacturing operations.
• Track inventory usage and batching activities with lot information.
• Monitor inventory transactions and KPIs using Oracle and other systems.
• Manage milk manifests and balance shipments with haulers.
• Analyze milk receipts and investigate discrepancies as needed.
• Collaborate with Operations and stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Inventory tracking

Production reporting

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

About Us

Foremost Farms USA is one of the largest, leading dairy cooperatives in the United States and major dairy food and ingredients manufacturing business. We represent hundreds of Midwest dairy farmer members located in seven Midwest states, and we produce about 500 million pounds of cheese and 50 million pounds of butter in plants across our network every year. \"We Bring Dairy to Life\" in seven manufacturing plants across Wisconsin and Michigan and in our headquarters in Middleton (Madison), Wisconsin; and we're looking for employees who are innovative and aim for excellence in our wide variety of production, field and business roles. Join us!

About This Opportunity

JOB TITLE: Plant Operations Associate
POSITION TYPE: Full time
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., following a 2-2-3 schedule working every other weekend.

Position Overview

The Plant Operations Associate supports the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility through inventory tracking, production reporting, milk manifest management, scheduling, and other operational and administrative activities. This role works closely with Operations and other internal and external partners to ensure information is accurate, identify and resolve discrepancies, and support efficient plant operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Support production and manufacturing operations:


• Track inventory usage and batching activities, including lot information and usage rates.


• Use Oracle and other systems to monitor inventory transactions, operational data, and key performance indicators (KPIs).


• Manage milk manifests, including reconciling invoices and balancing shipments with haulers.


• Analyze and validate milk receipts from outside vendors and investigate discrepancies as needed.


• Partner with Operations personnel and internal and external stakeholders to gather information, research issues, and support timely resolution.


• Provide support for the Supply Chain Operations Resource Engagement (SCORE) Management Process.


• Support the upkeep and maintenance of Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and Action Board functions.


• Cross train and serve as back up for other administrative roles at the facility.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or GED.


2. 1 year of job-related experience.


3. Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and investigate root causes.


4. Ability to partner effectively with Operations personnel to gather information, resolve issues, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders.


5. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Associate degree in business or a related field.


2. Three to five years of job-related experience.


3. Experience using Oracle R12, SAP, or another enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

Physical Setting

Regular workplace presence is required. Approximately 85% of the role is computer-based and 15% is spent working on the plant floor. The primary workstation is located on the production floor. This role is required to wear a provided uniform and follow all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and plant safety requirements.

Benefits

At Foremost Farms, we believe that you and your family matter most. That's why we're proud to offer one of the most comprehensive and competitive benefits packages in the area - designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Flexible coverage with options to meet the needs of you and your family


• 401(k) Retirement Plan - 100% company match on up to 8% of your contributions


• Generous Paid Time Off - Start with 200 hours of PTO (pro-rated for first year)


• 10 Paid Holidays - Enjoy time to rest and recharge


• Paid Parental Leave -6 weeks fully paid


• Health Savings Account (HSA) - when you elect the high-deductible health plan


• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Save for medical and dependent care expenses


• Life and Disability Insurance - Financial protection for you and your loved ones


• Daily Pay Option - Access your earnings when you need them


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free, confidential support for life's challenges


• Referral Program - Earn rewards for bringing great people to our team


• Career Growth Opportunities - Advance your skills and your career with us

This job summary is intended to be brief and does not list all the duties for this position. Nothing in this job description should be construed as an express or implied contract of employment. Foremost Farms USA is an at-will employer, which means that either party is free to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without any advanced notice, for any reason or no reason.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position.