Dairy Cheese Production Manager in Wellington

Dairy Cheese Production Manager in Wellington

Wellington Full-Time 63000 - 77000 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead cheese production and ensure quality in a dynamic 24/7 environment.
  • Company: Join Saputo, a leader in dairy products with a commitment to quality.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.
  • Other info: Be part of a supportive culture focused on safety and continuous improvement.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the dairy industry while leading a passionate team.
  • Qualifications: Experience in cheese production and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.

Lead cheese production at Saputo as a Production Manager, applying dairy process expertise, safety leadership, and operational planning across a 24/7 operation. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will lead Production supervisors and personnel in manufacturing and packaging quality dairy products. This permanent, full-time role requires cheese-making experience, data analysis, Microsoft Office, SAP, and strong employee communication. You will support efficient, safe, cost-effective production and positive employee relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead Production supervisors and personnel through daily manufacturing activities
  • Translate production requirements into schedules meeting GMP and SOP requirements
  • Manage line efficiencies, performance indicators, and production downtime
  • Maintain quality, sanitation, HACCP, BRC, and safety standards
  • Lead troubleshooting and continuous improvement problem-solving efforts

Requirements:

  • Experience with cheese production processes, terminology, and dairy equipment
  • Supervisory leadership experience in cheese-making or equivalent environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Sciences, Dairy Technology, Operations, or Management
  • Five years’ preferred management experience in food manufacturing
  • Strong leadership, communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills

Bring dairy manufacturing leadership, cheese-process knowledge, and quality-focused planning to Saputo’s Production Manager team.

Dairy Cheese Production Manager in Wellington employer: Saputo

At Saputo Inc., we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. As a Senior Enterprise Architecture Leader, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our technology landscape while enjoying comprehensive benefits, professional development programs, and a commitment to employee growth. Located in a dynamic environment, we offer unique advantages such as global exposure and the chance to work alongside industry leaders dedicated to driving meaningful change.

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Contact Details:

Saputo Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Dairy Cheese Production Manager in Wellington

Dairy Process Expertise
Safety Leadership
Operational Planning
Cheese-Making Experience
Data Analysis
Microsoft Office
SAP