Supervisor, Whey plant - 3rd shift

Select Division • Buffalo, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lactalis USA is hiring a Supervisor for its Whey Plant in Buffalo, New York, on the 3rd shift. The Supervisor ensures the plant operates properly and oversees control of all incoming and outgoing products. The role manages plant operations, including equipment operation and maintenance, production output, sanitation, product specifications, quality, and personnel. The Supervisor works under the direction of the manager to enhance the department’s technical and financial performance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities required.

Nice To Haves

• Background in fluid flow, metering of liquids, and silo rotation preferred.
• Mechanical background will help the candidate succeed.
• Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Science or Chemistry, or dairy or other related experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and manage improvements to the department’s technical and financial performance under the direction of the manager.
• Manage whey plant operations, including incoming and outgoing products, equipment operation and maintenance, production output, sanitation, product specifications, quality, and personnel.
• Enforce safety rules, GMPs, company policies, and quality programs to ensure safe, quality food.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational and mechanical problems promptly to maintain efficient product flow.
• Perform scheduled daily, weekly, and monthly preventative maintenance inspections to identify problems before they occur.
• Follow appropriate cleaning and sanitizing procedures for each process and product line.
• Perform pre-shift and/or startup inspections to assess the condition of each process.
• Monitor processes continuously and make adjustments as needed to maintain smooth, continuous product flow.
• Operate a lift truck as appropriate.
• Maintain communication with operators, baggers, truck drivers, and contacts in other departments.
• Complete scheduling and maintain appropriate manpower levels, making adjustments when necessary.

Benefits

• Affordable benefits and coverage options through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.
• Company support for insurance costs.
• Contributions to retirement plans.
• Paid Time Off from day one.
• Training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED