Description

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

1. Assists and manages the enhancement of both the technical and financial performance of the department under the direction of the manager.

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 manage all personal.

3. Responsible for the enforcement of all safety rules, GMP's, company policies and quality programs to ensure safe quality food.

4. Troubleshoots and resolves operational/mechanical problems in a timely basis to insure an efficient, smooth flow of product.

5. Performs preventative maintenance inspections on a daily, weekly, monthly schedule to identify problems before they occur.

6. Follow proper cleaning and sanitizing procedures for each process and product line.

7. Performs pre-shift and/or start up inspection to determine condition of each process.

8. Continuously monitors each process and makes necessary adjustments for a smooth continuous flow.

9. Operates lift truck as appropriate.

10. Maintains an open line of communication with operators, baggers, truck drivers, and contacts in other departments.

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.

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.