Supervisor, Whey plant - 3rd shift

Lactalis American Group Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis American Group Inc. in Buffalo, NY, is hiring a Supervisor/Whey Plant on the 3rd shift to oversee plant operations, production flow, and safety compliance. The role involves managing equipment, sanitation, quality, and staff to ensure efficient dairy production.

Ideal candidates have a background in dairy or related fields, plus strong computer skills and a mechanical mindset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package as part of our Total Rewards Program.

Qualifications

• Background in fluid flow, metering of liquids, or silo rotation preferred.
• Strong computer skills and good written/spoken communication are required.
• Mechanical background helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assists and manages the enhancement of technical and financial performance in the department under the manager's direction.
• Oversees whey plant operation, including all incoming/outgoing products, equipment operation/maintenance, production output, sanitation, and staffing.
• Enforces safety rules, GMPs, company policies, and quality programs for safe quality food.
• Troubleshoots operational/mechanical problems to maintain efficient production flow.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections on a daily/weekly/monthly schedule.
• Follows cleaning and sanitizing procedures for each process and line.
• Conducts pre-shift/startup inspections to assess process condition.
• Continuously monitors processes and makes adjustments for smooth flow.
• Operates lift truck as needed.
• Maintains open communication with operators, baggers, drivers, and other departments.
• Schedules and maintains proper manpower levels, adjusting as necessary.

Job description

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we’re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive—whether you’re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we’re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone’s® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi’s®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone’s unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours:

Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a

Supervisor/Whey plant based in Buffalo, New York.

3rd shift.

Summary:

Ensures the Whey Plant is operating properly and oversees control of all incoming and outgoing products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. 1. Assists and manages the enhancement of both the technical and financial performance of the department under the direction of the manager.
2. 2. Must be able to manage the whey plant operation including overseeing and controlling all incoming and outgoing products, the proper operation and maintenance of all equipment, production output, sanitation, product specifications, quality and managing of all personal.
3. 3. Responsible for the enforcement of all safety rules, GMP's, company policies and quality programs to ensure safe quality food.
4. 4. Troubleshoots and resolves operational/mechanical problems in a timely basis to ensure an efficient, smooth flow of product.
5. 5. Perform preventative maintenance inspections on a daily, weekly, monthly schedule to identify problems before they occur.
6. 6. Follow proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures for each process and product line.
7. 7. Performs pre-shift and/or start up inspection to determine the condition of each process.
8. 8. Continuously monitors each process and makes necessary adjustments for a smooth continuous flow.
9. 9. Operates lift truck as appropriate.
10. 10. Maintains an open line of communication with operators, baggers, truck drivers, and contacts in other departments.
11. 11. Completes scheduling and maintains proper levels of manpower making adjustments when necessary.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Background in fluid flow, metering of liquids and silo rotation is preferred.
• Strong computer skills as well as strong communication abilities both written and verbal required.
• Mechanical background will help the candidate be successful.

Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Science/Chemistry or dairy or other related experience preferred.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affiliated Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.

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