Senior Process Controls Lead - Dairy Manufacturing

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Town of Spencer (WI); On-site; USD 107,680 - 161,520; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural cooperative located in Spencer, WI is seeking a Senior Technical Services Manager. This role focuses on enhancing operational effectiveness and innovation within cheese processing. Key responsibilities include developing strategies to address processing variation, overseeing control systems, and managing process improvement projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in the food and dairy industry, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in relevant technology. The position offers a competitive salary in the range of $107,680 - $161,520.

Qualifications

• 7+ years’ experience in Food/Dairy Manufacturing with production leadership.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office suite preferred.
• Experience in a union environment is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve key process strategies.
• Manage plant control systems and improvements.
• Coordinate plant technical solutions and resources.
• Assist with project start-ups and engineering updates.

Skills

Problem solving

Collaboration and team building

Project management skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Presentation communication skills

Education

BS Engineering or Technical/Science discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Controls Systems in Emerson or Rockwell

Job description

A leading agricultural cooperative located in Spencer, WI is seeking a Senior Technical Services Manager. This role focuses on enhancing operational effectiveness and innovation within cheese processing. Key responsibilities include developing strategies to address processing variation, overseeing control systems, and managing process improvement projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in the food and dairy industry, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in relevant technology. The position offers a competitive salary in the range of $107,680 - $161,520.