Plant Manager

At Saputo we bring good to the table by making high-quality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best

The Plant Manager provides leadership and direction to the plant across all areas including production processing packaging quality warehousing shipping purchasing safety environmental and this role you will direct the overall activities of the plant to ensure customer orders are received scheduled produced and shipped per the customers requirements while maintaining corporate established quality standards.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Analyze plant operations to ensure that the facility maintains a leadership position in the industry and that it takes advantage of new processes and technologies that become available
• Is responsible for expense control including shrinkyieldslabor and overhead costs utilizing Continuous Improvement techniques
• Develops annual manufacturing expense and capital budgets in accordance with forecasted sales volumes and planned inventory levels
• Provides reliable and accurate information to finance to ensure that end of month closing schedules are met
• Ensures that appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) are developed and maintained for all aspects of the business
• Implements plant safety programs and ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMPs)
• Is responsible for the FoodSafetyPolicy/Program to assess potential foodsafetyrisks and to ensure foodsafetypreventive measures are being implemented and routinely audited regarding the manufacturing handling and storage of all food ingredients as well as finished goods
• Is responsible for all corporate customer and government audits to ensure compliance
• Is responsible for environmental compliance
• Collaborates with other plant managers within Saputo to share best practices
• Acts as a liaison with DistributionSupply PlanningSales and Customer Service to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction in helping to address customer inquiries problems and concerns
• Is responsible for maintaining proper staffing levels employee performance evaluations discipline and employee commendation
• Is responsible for the overall succession planning and development of plant management staff
• Ensures compliance with all Saputo divisional and corporate policies and procedures

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have.

• a minimum of 5 years of experience in a plant operations leadership role (i.e. minimum plant manager role) preferably in extended shelf life (ESL)/aseptic fluid dairy food manufacturing operations plus a bachelors degree in Food Science Operations Manufacturing Management or a related field of study.
• a thorough understanding of regulatory laws standards and best practices relative to our business.
• a demonstrated understanding of costs related to dairy manufacturing and packaging.
• experience developing and managing budgets.
• experience in successfully influencing leading coachingmotivating and leading a team in a hands-on environment.
• an ability to adapt to changing organizationaland operational needs working across multiple functions and disciplines to meet common objectives.
• an ability to assess evaluate and solve problems.
• proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office suite.
• excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• an ability to remain approachable and accessible to employees on all shifts and work some weekends and holidays as needed and can travel as needed.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With

• Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their families
• Opportunities to contribute to the community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Salary Range: $120000- $160000

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience education skills and training

In the USA Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella Frigo Cheese Montchevre Stella and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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