** MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE DAIRY INDUSTRY **RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Review microbiology test results daily and direct further investigation of high counts. Review load out data and double-check that all loads are within specifications. Review list of any out-of-spec product with the Food Safety Quality Assurance (FSQA) Manager. Review all butter product Certificates of Analysis (C of A's).
- Check the butter room department daily. Check employee Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Review daily audit reports. Assist Quality Assurance with all butter audits.
- Check the wastewater facility daily. Review daily reports as required.
- Review Clean-In-Place (CIP) records daily. Conduct random equipment checks with the chemical account representative.
- Monitor butter production throughout the shift and ensure employee compliance with GMPs, sanitation, and safety. Provide training as needed. Conduct annual GMP and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) training.
- Verify that all butter room equipment is in good working condition and that all preventative maintenance is performed on a scheduled basis.
- Act as a backup for the Plant Manager as directed by Management.
- Serve as a member of the Food Safety Team and the Food Quality Team.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and supervise employees in the butter room, including discipline, hiring, and firing.
- 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.
- Review timesheets, manage overtime, and approve payroll.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems and persist until a solution is found.
- Commitment to working safely and following all safety procedures, including the use of safety equipment.
- Willingness to ask for assistance when the process is unclear.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with upper management daily.
- Experience in leadership, team development, coaching, and/or teaching.
- Strong math and statistical skills.
- Excellent computer skills for data input, report writing, and program tracking.
- Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Dairy, or Food Science and four years of experience in a plant leadership role in a dairy or food manufacturing facility is strongly desired.