Whey Plant Operations Supervisor

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc.; New Wilmington (Lawrence County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America in New Wilmington, PA seeks a supervisor to oversee daily Whey Facility operations. You will monitor plant operations, ensure product quality, and lead sanitation and safety initiatives.

Responsibilities include staffing, training, budgeting for the Whey Evaporator, maintaining records, and coordinating with inspectors. Prior dairy supervision and boiler/polisher knowledge are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in a supervisory capacity preferred.
• Cheese/dairy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor ongoing plant operations and report to management.
• Assure that product conforms to company and customer specifications.
• Oversee plant sanitation.
• Staff, train, schedule & evaluate plant employees.
• Oversee plant equipment maintenance as required.
• Maintain plant charts and production records.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of boilers.
• Oversee operation and maintenance of water polisher.
• Monitor inventory levels of supplies.
• Participate in planning and coordination of plant projects.
• Work with Regulatory and Customer Inspectors.
• Participate in and promote safety programs.
• Responsible for waste management.
• Develop and manage KPIs and budgets for the Whey Evaporator.
• Perform Whey Department Supervisor's duties when necessary (vacations, absence, etc.)
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Skills

Staff management

Dairy experience

Safety programs

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America in New Wilmington, PA seeks a supervisor to oversee daily Whey Facility operations. You will monitor plant operations, ensure product quality, and lead sanitation and safety initiatives.

Responsibilities include staffing, training, budgeting for the Whey Evaporator, maintaining records, and coordinating with inspectors. Prior dairy supervision and boiler/polisher knowledge are preferred.