Assistant Plant Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS: About Us Foremost Farms USA, headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, is a world-class supplier of cheese, dairy products, and ingredients to national and international markets. As a dairy cooperative, we are owned by the 1,100 dairy farmers who supply our high-quality milk. Our flexible, diverse plant network allows us to manufacture products and ingredients that are most in-demand - and provide a strong, secure market for our member-owners\' milk. We\'re looking for employees who challenge the status quo, innovate and aim for excellence. Because we\'re working to be the world\'s best - to Be Foremost - we\'ll bring out the best in you. About This Opportunity JOB TITLE: Assistant Plant Manager POSITION TYPE: Full time CLASSIFICATION: Exempt This position is developmental in nature, and over time will assume responsibility for all aspects of plant operation, providing preparation for eventual succession into a plant manager I or II role. Initial focus will be on developing/building a culture of safety. Additionally, responsibility will include day-to-day operation of manufacturing. Driving a culture of engagement, to achieve high levels of quality, customer service, and efficiency improvement will be critical to success. This individual will collaborate with HR, Finance, Quality, CI, etc. to drive local and companywide initiatives Key Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day manufacturing operation Develop talent to prepare them for future assignments, creating a strong pipeline of future leaders Assist in developing annual plant operating strategy that will ultimately set the stage and deliver the daily KPIs/SCORE program Minimum Qualifications High school diploma 4 years of progressive leadership experience in a food manufacturing facility Preferred Qualifications Bachelor\'s degree Experience managing labor unions Prior dairy experience LEAN manufacturing Benefits: Because you and your family matter, Foremost Farms offers some of the best benefits in the area! Our comprehensive medical plan includes health, vision, dental, and prescription insurance. You can choose to enroll in a single or family plan with low monthly premiums and low annual deductibles (\$250/\$500). Other benefits include: 401(k) with a generous company contribution (100% match on up to 8% deferral) Paid time off, starting at 200 hours (25 days) 10 Paid holidays Paid parental leave (6 weeks paid at 100%) Flexible spending accounts - for medical and dependent care (childcare) expenses Life and disability insurance Employee Assistance Program Referral program Advancement opportunities! Don\'t meet every single requirement?At Foremost Farms we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you\'re excited about this role but your past experience doesn\'t align perfectly with every qualification in the... For full info follow application link. Equal Opportuity Employer Minorities/Females/ Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/A00B565D89DA4FC7