Bachelor's degree in Dairy Science, Dairy Manufacturing, Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related field. An equivalent combination of relevant education, training, and experience may be considered.
Five to ten years of relevant experience in dairy processing, whey processing, ingredient manufacturing, food manufacturing, process engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of five years of leadership, supervisory, project management, or significant functional leadership experience in a manufacturing or technical environment.
Working knowledge of whey and ingredient manufacturing processes, solids recovery, yield optimization, process improvement, and product quality requirements.
Demonstrated experience leading process-improvement initiatives or capital projects.
Experience analyzing operational data, identifying performance trends, evaluating root causes, and implementing corrective actions.
Understanding food safety preventive controls, Good Manufacturing Practices, sanitation requirements, and manufacturing documentation.
The employee may be required to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.