Dairy Pilot Plant Manager

UW-River Falls

River Falls, WI, US
Not specified; benefits: exceptionally low-cost co...
Not specified (assumed on-site).
Dairy plant processing and manufacturing experience
Haccp and sqf practitioner certification knowledge
Regulatory inspection and audit leadership
The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is seeking a Dairy Pilot Plant Manager to oversee operations at their Dairy Plant and Freddy’s Dairy Bar. This role involves teaching industry short courses, managing plant production, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and leading professional outreach activities

Job Summary

  • This role involves managing the UWRF Dairy Plant and Freddy's Dairy Bar while ensuring compliance with state and federal food safety standards.
  • The position requires teaching industry short courses on cheesemaking, pasteurization, and HACCP to students and external clients.
  • Employees receive excellent benefits including low-cost health insurance, a 7.20% retirement match, and paid leave.

Matching Summary

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The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is seeking a Dairy Pilot Plant Manager to oversee operations at their Dairy Plant and Freddy’s Dairy Bar. This role involves teaching industry short courses, managing plant production, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and leading professional outreach activities.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental, vision; Employer match of 7.20% Wisconsin Retirement System contributions; Paid leave and sick leave included.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Dairy plant processing and manufacturing experience
  • HACCP and SQF Practitioner certification knowledge
  • Regulatory inspection and audit leadership
  • Staff supervision and performance evaluation
  • Budget management and cost control

Nice-to-have

  • Ice cream manufacture and formulation knowledge
  • Product marketing and business plan development
  • Teaching experience in classroom or laboratory settings
  • Facility renovation project leadership
  • New product creation collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Food Science or related field
  • Wisconsin Cheese Makers license or ability to obtain
  • State of Wisconsin Certified Pasteurizer Operator
  • Trained Industry Supervisor for Appendix N of Pure Milk Ordinance
  • State of Wisconsin Certified Milk Hauler
  • Valid driver's license for University vehicle operation

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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