Plant Operations Vacation Relief Supervisor at Dairy Farmers of America

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Scheduling, Team Leadership, Food Safety Compliance, Environmental Health And Safety, Employee Relations, Hazard Analysis, Incident Investigation, Operational Auditing, Union Contract Administration, Resource Allocation

Industry

Dairy Product Manufacturing

Description

We are looking for a motivated and adaptable leader to join our Minneapolis Milk Plant as a Plant Operations Vacation Relief Supervisor. In this role, you’ll take ownership of operations during supervisor absences, ensuring production and cooler processes run safely, efficiently, and in compliance with food safety standards. When not providing coverage, you’ll contribute to environmental health and safety (EHS) initiatives on 1st shift, helping drive a culture of safe, responsible operations across the plant. This position reports to the Director, Plant Manager. Shift: Must be willing to work 1st & 2nd shift work schedule Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Assign work and provide clear direction to operation employees. Ensure the facility is flowing smoothly, and all daily goals are met. * Supervise production scheduling so appropriate quantities and varieties of product are produced to fill orders, meet demand, meet productivity goals, etc. * Oversee production and cooler activities to ensure that plant production and quality standards are met. * Monitor the equipment used in facility processes to ensure it is functioning efficiently, is properly cleaned, and sanitized. Communicate equipment failures to the maintenance department and ensure completion of repairs. * Engage with employees through shift meetings and informal conversations, providing support and guidance to help cultivate positive and productive working relationships. * Effectively apply work rules, union contract provisions (if applicable), and employment policies. Administer discipline consistently and fairly. * Develop and implement effective safety programs for the identification, prevention, and control of injuries such as health and safety education and training programs. * Perform regular assessments of operational areas for hazards; assist the management team and line organization in identifying hazards, developing job hazard analyses (JHA’s) and safe operating procedures for all tasks. * Develop and implement audit programs to review and certify compliance with applicable health and safety standards. * Support management in investigating workplace incidents, identifying root causes, creating incident review presentations, presenting the investigation, and developing corrective actions. * Understand and fulfill the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local health regulations for food safety and quality. Qualifications * Undergraduate degree in Manufacturing or related curriculum (or equivalent combination of experience and education). * 2 to 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or related experience coupled with demonstrated leadership attributes or team leadership experience; supervisor experience preferred. * Experience in food and/or beverage manufacturing preferred. * Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment. Benefits: * Health and Welfare benefits begin 1st of the month after start date * 401(k) with company contribution * Competitive pay * Paid vacation and holidays * Career growth opportunities – we promote from within! * Comprehensive healthcare benefits * Service recognition and employee rewards * Employee referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Work for dairy farm families An Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

Oversee plant operations and cooler processes during supervisor absences to ensure safety, efficiency, and food safety compliance. Additionally, drive environmental health and safety (EHS) initiatives and perform hazard assessments on the first shift.