About the Organization
Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. has been a leading manufacturer of butter and dairy ingredients since 1904 and we are always looking to add to our team. With additional facilities across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Utah, Grassland is a key player in the dairy industry dedicated to producing high-quality products while maintaining a positive work environment for a driven, talent-filled team of employees.
Our company offers the most comprehensive benefits package in the area to our employees, generous paid time off, and competitive wages.
Description
The Butter Plant Lead in the Print & Packaging department supports the Production Supervisor in ensuring the department operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. In the absence of the Production Supervisor, this role assumes direct supervisory responsibility for 35-50 employees within the Print & Packaging Department, carrying out leadership duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Comply and enforce all applicable good manufacturing, safety, and quality assurance practices.
- Assist with the interviewing, hiring, and training of employees.
- Support supervision in the planning, assigning, and directing of work.
- Contribute to the rewarding and disciplining of employees, as well as addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Verify quality control items such as product weights, coding, packaging, etc.
- Maintain proper documentation in all record keeping formats.
- Provide and maintain a positive team work environment.
- Backfill to other positions as needed.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Summary of Benefits:
We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and success of our team members, including:
- Health & Dental Insurance - 100% of premiums paid by the company with low deductibles.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - With 5% company match after 6 months of employment.
- Weekly Pay through Direct Deposit.
- Double-time pay - Weekends.
- Paid Time Off - Includes vacation, sick leave, and holiday pay.
- Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance.
- YMCA membership rate reductions (Neillsville and Marshfield locations).
- Company-provided Life insurance coverage.
- Hiring Bonus - $2,000 sign-on bonus.
- Reimbursements - Safety Footwear and Glasses.
- Referral Bonuses - Earn rewards for bringing great people to the team.
- Professional Growth - Opportunities for training, advancement, and career development.
Compensation
Compensation for this position ranges from $25.00/hour to $31.00/hour. Education, experience, and relevant qualifications may be taken into consideration.
We value the skills and background each candidate brings and offer a competitive pay structure designed to recognize your expertise and contributions.
Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Position Requirements
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to adapt effectively within a continually changing and demanding environment.
- Demonstrates the required skill to troubleshoot technological problems related to the department.
- Exhibit the ability to learn and apply new skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate an ability and willingness to communicate effectively in order to maintain high levels of safety, quality, and efficiency.
- Ability to read and comprehend standard operating procedures and company guidelines in order to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Takes responsibility for department activities; provides regular performance feedback; continually works to improve leadership skills.
- Demonstrate the Qualified Individuals responsibilities for Preventative Controls
Education/Experience:
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); Associates or Bachelors degree preferred.
- Minimum 2 years internal experience or 1 year of external equivalent in a leadership role preferred.
A combination of education and experience may be considered to meet position requirements
Category
Manufacturing
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Location
Grassland Dairy Products
Shift
Days
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.