PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES PERCENTAGE
1. Manage the plant’s quality program to achieve quality goals 20%
as stated in the Business Plan.
2. Assures that production yields and efficiencies are met as 20%
defined by budgetary and corporate standards.
3. Maintain high productivity and cost effectiveness through 10%
proper scheduling of production and processing operations,
maintenance and manpower.
4. Demonstrates leadership in the Cheese Processing 20%
Department by managing programs in training, safety,
Communications, performance recognition and internal employee
Development in order to ensure peak employee productivity.
5. Implements plant safety programs to ensure a safe 15%
working environment.
6. Integrates Company Quality into all aspects of the 15%
Cheese Processing Department function as evidenced by
demonstrating continuous improvement; teamwork with co-
workers, distinguished customer service and striving
for excellence.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (“musts”)
• Ability to relocate to Michigan or surrounding area (if not local)
• Ability to support a 24 hour operation
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Food Science, Packaging, or related discipline OR seven years hands on experience in food industry
• Minimum of 3 years of production supervisory experience in food plant environment or equivalent industry with FDA/MDA regulations (pharmaceutical, cosmetic, etc)
• Strong leadership with demonstrated skills and ability to coach and develop
• Must be able and willing to work a flexible work schedule to accommodate all/any shift depending on production and/or project needs
• Strong potential for continued career growth with flexibility to relocate if needed
PREFERRED CHARACTERISTICS (“wants”)
• Prior cheese and/or dairy foods manufacturing experience
• Knowledge and ability to manage continuous improvement processes such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal or people-oriented presence
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Understanding of financial accountabilities
EQUIPMENT PROFICIENCY
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with SAP integrated system is preferred
