You are viewing a preview of this job. Log in or register to view more details about this job.

Division Manager Multi-Plant Opportunity

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Administers, plans and directs multi-plant operations while continually striving for improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
  2. Fosters a “safety first” atmosphere. Leads safety with employee engagement and participation, instilling behavior based safety observations. Identify and investigate safety concerns and implement corrective plan of action.
  3. Responsible for active involvement with dairy producer relationships, working directly with member services.
  4. Works within approved budget while developing and implementing cost saving measures while contributing to overall profits and revenue of the organization.
  5. Manages direct reports who supervise employees in production, quality, maintenance, human resources, and office while responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the reports. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  6. Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals and adapts strategy to changing conditions.
  7. Manages competing demands and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
  8. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner by gathering and analyzing information skillfully. Works well in group problem solving situations and develops alternative solutions.
  9. Works together to create a positive team environment focusing on employee morale while working together to drive results and exceed divisional goals.
  10. Ability to manage projects by creating workable plans; communicates changes effectively and builds commitment and overcomes resistance.
  11. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality including product and work.
  12. Understands business implications of decisions while displaying an orientation to profitability. Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition and aligns work with strategic goals.
  13. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment by support and explanation of reasoning for decisions. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process and in a timely fashion.
  14. Develops realistic action plans, by prioritizing and planning work activities. Plans for additional resources as needed.
  15. Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement. Makes oneself available to staff, provides regular performance feedback, develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth.
  16. Investigates customer complaints, initiates actions, finalizing to results, which in turn meets customer’s expectations and builds customer confidence.
  17. Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external). Improves processes, products and services.
  18. Ability to react well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions and follows through on commitments.
  19. Observes safety and security procedures. Reports and corrects potentially unsafe conditions and uses equipment and materials properly.

Description of other duties that may be assigned:
  1. Attend and oversee District and Divisional member meetings.
  2. Prepare and report on Divisional issues at District and Division Meetings.
  3. Attend and assist at AMPI annual meeting.
  4. Attend and oversee annual YC meeting and report on Divisional issues at that meeting.
  5. Be involved in local dairy, business associations, and build community relationships.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:
The following are required competencies of the position that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job:
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Windows, MS Office Suite including; Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook, internet/intranet and other organizational specific software.
  • Demonstrates appropriate understanding/working knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls, and applies them.
  • Insightful use of analysis techniques, tools and concepts, to provide practical counsel to business area partners and management to drive business results.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Knowledge of procedural controls and data validation techniques required.
  • Independent worker and analytical thinker with ability to conduct research, data analysis and resolve complex problems.
  • Professional communication skills for both internal and external customers, coworkers, team members and consultants.
  • Demonstrated excellent training skills involving making presentations covering various topics.
  • The Manager should be a person with solid understanding and respect for the differences of roles between management, supervisory and line personnel.
  • Maintain a valid drivers’ license and must be able to travel.
  • Ability to plan, initiate, direct and carry out short and long-term programs.
  • Ability to define problems, collect and document data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Seek counsel, when needed, form appropriate resources.
  • Ability to interpret an extensive variety of situations and events and respond accordingly.
  • Possess traits of honesty, integrity, creativity and flexibility.
  • Must have high level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the products manufactured and the processes involved.
  • Basic understanding of equipment operations and minor troubleshooting ability.
  • Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of confidentiality, safety, health, quality and efficiency.
  • Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company quidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Ability to understand daily production needs.
  • Demonstrated strong teamwork skills, with the ability to lead, participate, and/or work directly with cross-functional teams and/or individuals.
  • Ability to work independently, multi-task, and prioritize.
  • Strong presence with the ability to interact with Senior Leadership.
  • Ability to perform at a high level in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to a continually changing environment.
  • Detail oriented, be quality minded.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
  • Experience with developing and monitoring production strategies and performance metrics.
  • Ability to discuss a wide range of topics from business strategy to the tactical execution of that strategy.
  • Thorough understanding and board application of safety regulations, standards, principles, theories, and techniques.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Demonstrated training skills involving making presentations covering various topics.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelor of Science degree required in food science, manufacturing or related field.
  • Five years of supervisory experience required.
  • Ten years of experience in a dairy production environment preferred.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office including, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • It is desirable for the incumbent to have basic accounting experience, including accounts payable and accounts receivable knowledge.
  • Knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMP’s, OSHA and loss control programs highly desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS MENTAL DEMANDS:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Office – Work is performed in a general office environment with low to moderate noise exposure. May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; talk or hear; taste or smell. The majority of the time is spent seated at a work station with access to telephone, computer, printer, files, and reference materials. Requires frequent verbal communication either in person, by telephone or by use of online interactive communication, to interact with vendors, suppliers, and consultants. Requires frequent written communication by requiring frequent typing and writing. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Manufacturing – Work is performed in a manufacturing plant. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee will frequently have to walk and stand. The employee should have the ability to regularly lift up to 55lbs. The employee must be able to push and pull up to 75lbs. Must be able to climb ladders and work at elevations above 4 feet. Employees are regularly exposed to cold temperatures when performing tasks in storage areas. Employees are regularly exposed to warm or hot temperatures with moderate to high humidity levels varying based on the location of the work area. The employee is regularly exposed to wet walking surfaces. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office - This job operates in a professional office environment. Employees will work face-to-face with others on a daily basis. Some may share office space. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually low. May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment. The employee may be exposed to very low levels of ammonia.

Manufacturing - Employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock, wet work conditions, fumes or airborne particles. Employee is occasionally exposed to warm conditions with regular exposure to temperature conditions in excess of 100*F or cold temperatures when working in cold storage areas. The employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts. Employee is regularly exposed to chemicals during sanitation processes. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally at a high level. The employee is not routinely exposed to weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to very low levels of ammonia.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Personal protective equipment is required depending on the job being performed, including protective eye wear, or face shields, hearing protection, hair and beard nets, uniforms and footwear. Additional equipment is required when working with chemicals, such as rubber gloves and use of chemical proof aprons as appropriate for the job being performed.

Associated Milk Producers Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.