Plant Manager Processing & Powder

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. CDI products are delivered locally and around the world. Nestled in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, our Tipton facility manufactures a diverse range of products, including milk powder, butter, nutritional powders, and processed fluids. We encourage you to be part of our team that's shaping the future of dairy, right from the heart of California! We offer a generous total rewards package that includes: Salary Range $106,505 - $156,208 Family medical/dental/vision Generous company contributions to 401k Relocation Assistance 11 Paid holidays Paid vacation Tuition reimbursement Job Summary The Plant Manager Processing & Powder is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Milk Receiving, Wastewater, Powder, & Processing Plants.Support and enforce SQF / QA, GMP, Safety policies and procedures, and production needs."Food Safety and Quality" are the responsibilities of this position. Essential Functions Review daily inventories and assist Production Superintendent in planning daily run times. Attend daily staff meetings with Site Director to coordinate daily production activities for Milk Receiving, Wastewater, Powder, & Processing Department. Review daily production efficiencies and production reports. Review microbiology test results daily and direct further investigation of high counts. Review list of any out-of-spec. product with Plant Superintendent and Quality Assurance Manager. Review daily report of audits. Review CIP records daily and schedule CIP procedures Audit sampling techniques and sanitation practices. Provide training and evaluations as needed. Verify that all plant equipment is in good working condition and all preventative maintenance is being performed on a scheduled basis. Forward all work orders to Maintenance Manager for approval. Must have the ability to troubleshoot problems and be persistent until a solution is found. Must be willing to ask for assistance when the process is unclear. Follow and enforce all safety and working rules. Must have the ability to get along with co-workers, management personnel, customers, vendors, and employees in accordance with the company policies and working rules while ensuring a harmonious and conducive work environment. Maintain a positive attitude and contribute towards a quality environment. Excellent regular full time attendance in support of company objectives. Use initiative and judgment in making decisions, keeping with California Dairies, Inc. best interests. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Supervisory Responsibilities This position has management and employee supervisory responsibilities for the entire facility. Review on the job training reviews. Coordinate on the job training. Oversee adherence to company policies and procedures. Oversee scheduling of management, employees, and temporary labor. Have the responsibility of reviewing time sheets and addressing overtime. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. College level verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate with upper management on a daily basis. Must have the ability to trouble shoot problems and be persistent until a solution is found. Demonstrated ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of quality, safety, productivity, cost, and employee relations. Leadership, team development, coaching, and / or teaching experience. Good math and statistical skills. Excellent computer skills for data input, report writing, program tracking. Excellent organizational and follow through skills. Education and/or Experience A BS degree in Dairy or Food Science; or an equivalent combination of education and experience are required. 5+ years of previous management experience in food or dairy manufacturing. Language Skills A well-modulated tonal volume is required with excellent diction skills needed. Reasoning Ability Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions given in written, oral, or diagram form. Must have the ability to discern when issues may require input from levels of authority within the corporation. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Must possess or be able to obtain California State Pasteurizers License and California State Sampler's and Weigher's License. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship if such an accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Sitting/Standing/Walking: Stands, walks and sits during completion of job responsibilities. Lifting/Carrying: Occasional lifting requirements as job demands. Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs. on an occasional basis. Pushing/Pulling: Occasional pushing or pulling requirements. Bending/Stooping: Occasional bending and stooping requirements. Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling: Occasional kneeling or crawling requirements. Twisting/Turning: Ongoing twisting or turning requirements. Climbing/Balancing : Climbing and balancing is required during plant inspections, and other related job requirements. Reaching: Ongoing reaching requirements associated with job requirements. Grasping/Manipulating: Grasping and manipulating of papers, objects, and equipment will be required. Ability to keyboard for data input will be required on an ongoing basis. Equipment Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to: hearing protection, bump caps, hair and beard nets, gloves, and safety glasses must be used in the performance of duties. Proper lifting techniques must be employed at all times. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The company will make reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship if such an accommodation enables individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Employees will be subject to temperatures associated with an air-cooled room. Temperatures range from 34 to 120 degrees. ADA/FEHA The Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and California's Fair Employment and Housing Act. EEO The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Created: 2024-11-05