Senior Manager, Plant OperationsGrande Cheese • Brownsville, WI, US
Senior Manager, Plant Operations
Grande Cheese • Brownsville, WI, US
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[job_card.job_description]Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Leadership, Industrial Tech or other related field required. An equivalent level of experience may be considered. Ten (10) years of related experience in high-level Operations Leadership / Management related positions, preferably in the food manufacturing industry, required. Cross-functional experience and training in other Operations functions such as Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Safety, etc. Knowledge and experience of lean principles and process optimization. Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local food and water regulations, including CFR, FSMA, the PMO, and Bioterrorism Act. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality control, and lean manufacturing principles. Ability to analyze data, identify areas for improvement, and implement effective solutions. Demonstrated understanding of drivers of plant results, including ability to interpret financial results. General working knowledge of complex manufacturing. General working knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning software (ERP). Participative management style and excellent organizational and communication skills. Demonstrated experience building a diverse, strong management team and promoting teamwork in multiple locations across all departments. Knowledge of safety-related issues, including compliance with State, Federal, and Local regulations. Labor relations experience. Strong business acumen and working knowledge of continuous improvement, equipment design and installation, project management, and financial reporting. Demonstrated experience building a solid leadership team. Ability to work closely in a team-based environment with associates at all levels in the organization. Experience leading people and obtaining results through others, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Graduate Degree / MBA preferred. Certification in lean manufacturing, such as Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma preferred.
Senior Manager, Plant Operations
With more than 80 years of crafting "The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy", Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast-to-coast to ensure they're delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can't be matched. While Grande's reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit our Associates come first at Grande. To complement our industry-leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work / life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work. If you want to learn more about our company what we do and how we go about it or learn more about our beautiful, state-of-the-art corporate headquarters, visit www.grande.com.
Did we convince you yet? If not check out our unique benefits :
- Low-cost onsite health clinics.
- Free onsite fitness center.
- Free healthy snacks throughout facility.
- Health and wellness reimbursement program.
- Associate cheese purchasing program.
- Two-year mentorship program.
- Paid Paternal Leave.
Job Summary
We're seeking a Senior Manager, Plant Operations who leads with empathy, accountability, and a deep commitment to people and culture. In this role, you'll be responsible for guiding daily plant operations at our Brownsville Facility while fostering strong relationships built on trust, respect, and open communication. You'll develop and support Associates, hold teams accountable to high standards, and handle challenges with professionalism and care. The ideal candidate is a steady, people-centered leader who will uphold our values and create a positive, high-performing workplace where both people and operations thrive.
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