Plant Manager

About the role

Meadowvale is a 100% employee-owned company that manufactures premium dairy and non-dairy dessert mixes, dedicated to delivering uncompromised quality, service, and value. Utilizing only the highest quality ingredients and adhering to rigorous food safety standards, our SQF-certified facility ensures exceptional products for businesses across the US. We support our customers with personalized service, frozen dessert industry expertise, and tailored shipment solutions. At Meadowvale, our commitment to quality, honesty, and integrity forms the foundation for our success and the success of our clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and/or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and food safety specifications.
• Account for production costs, labor utilization, yield, and operations improvement initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to the Company’s Food Safety requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices, including audit targets.
• Continuously improve the reduction of operating costs.
• Develop, recommend, and implement changes in working conditions to improve employee performance and product quality.
• Maintain and build a productive and positive employee relations environment through effective implementation of positive employee relations initiatives.
• Develop, recommend, and implement Capital Improvement for plant, including the preparation and execution of a Capital Plant budget.
• Responsible for preparing and executing the plant overhead budget and direct product cost targets.
• Manage the performance of the hourly and salaried team through effective implementation of Human Resources processes and policies.
• Set and meet all Health and Safety targets.
• Support Marketing and Product Development on new product initiatives.
• Prepare and present Operations Performance Data to Board of Directors.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to lead a large team
• Multitasking and time-management skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of latest safety laws and regulations
• Detailed knowledge of plant and manufacturing operations
• Good problem-solving abilities

Requirements

• Results-oriented with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding food industry environment.
• Proven ability to develop positive working relationships with associates and employees.
• 5 or more years of experience in plant management/operations or engineering.
• Proven skills in leadership and supervision.
• A demonstrated track record of driving exceptional results and key deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in operations management, business, engineering, or related field.
• Dairy plant management experience preferred.

Benefits

• Employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401k savings plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for courses related to your position
• Eligible for Employee Stock Ownership after 1 year of service