Description:
Committed to our Team, Craft & Community, Since 1910
Join the always-growing Team at Ellsworth Creamery as we work with our cooperative of local farmers to create award-winning cheese!
Job Title: Manufacturing Operations Manager
Reports To: Plant Manager
Status: Exempt/Salaried
Supervises: Plant Manufacturing Team(s)
General Description: Manage the manufacturing functions within the facility and lead team members in daily operations. Accountable for safety, quality, performance and continuous improvement while positively promoting mission and culture.
Duties and Responsibilities:

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in leadership, Business Management or similar.
• 5+ years of progressive operations leadership experience, with at least 4 years in the food or beverage manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, DNR, and food safety-related regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and training skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Self-motivated and driven – strive to deliver great results.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to operate normal office equipment.
• Extensive use of computers.
• Must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screen as well as a general background check.
• Ability to move and lift to 50lbs.

Please refer the Job description for details