Senior Dairy Plant Leader

Dairy Farmers of America; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is seeking a Plant Manager to direct and coordinate overall plant operations, ensuring efficient production within cost parameters. You will manage budgets, staff, and multiple departments, while upholding safety, quality and regulatory standards.

The role requires leadership across management and union-informed environments, with accountability for KPI performance and continuous improvement initiatives to drive productivity and financial results.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes and their impact on safety, quality and cost.
• Strong budgeting and cost-control capabilities.
• Ability to lead, coach and develop managers and staff.
• Familiarity with regulatory laws relevant to facilities and food production.

Responsibilities

• Direct plant operations across administration, production, packaging, quality, maintenance, warehousing, safety and environmental functions.
• Set production priorities to optimize efficiency while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.
• Review production, quality, maintenance and operational reports to ensure compliance and identify root causes.
• Drive KPI performance in safety, quality, productivity and cost with a continuous improvement culture.
• Engage with customers to align on operational, service and financial goals; manage audits.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Continuous improvement

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate degree preferred

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) is seeking a Plant Manager to direct and coordinate overall plant operations, ensuring efficient production within cost parameters. You will manage budgets, staff, and multiple departments, while upholding safety, quality and regulatory standards.

The role requires leadership across management and union-informed environments, with accountability for KPI performance and continuous improvement initiatives to drive productivity and financial results.