How Agropur invests in YOU:

Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:

oMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

o401(k) with 7% company contributions

o3 weeks Paid Time Off

oPaid holidays and 2 floating holidays

oPaid parental leave

oAdvancement Opportunities

What's involved in this role:

We are looking for a Cheese Technical Managerin Hull, IA.

The Cheese Technical Manager is responsible for managing critical cheese making processes related to the production of consistent quality cheese and dairy products that deliver our customer's brand promise within our vision statement while optimizing yields and efficiencies.

• Assist with plant designs, production line layouts and process equipment selections.
• Manage recipes and make updates to maximize both yield and quality/performance of all products produced.
• Develop and maintain procedures for the cheese make, operation, and training of supervisors and employees in the cheese plant.
• Manage the starter programs for the cheese processes.
• Assist when required with plant audits (USDA, FDA, State, third party, etc.) and plant tours.
• Work with the Quality Control department to make determinations on disposition of product based on product and customer specifications.
• Work with the sales department regarding product disposition as well as with the customers. Visit customers as required to support the customer's needs and wants for their cheese.
• Support the cheese department at all departmental levels to optimize quality, efficiency and food safety.
• Grade cheese for the plant/do pizza bakes.
• Follow through with the Chemical Suppliers Service report by making the necessary changes to maintain the sanitation of equipment along with the plant personnel.

What you need to join our team:

• Associate Degree in Food Science, Dairy Science, Chemistry or related experience required.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in the cheese making process required.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Where you'll be working:

Our Hull, IA, plant is home to about 164 employees. This facility produces various types of cheese, including parmesan, romano, asiago, gouda, muenster, mozzarella, colby jack, colby, cheddar, reduced fat cheeses, as well as whey products.

• Agropur's US operations produce 1 billion pounds of quality, award-winning cheese each year. We create more than 20 different varieties, and provide whey protein and dry ingredients which are by-products of the cheesemaking process. As one of the world's largest dairy producers, Agropur partners with some of the most recognizable food, beverage and nutrition brands to help feed the world. Better Dairy. Better World. Agropurus.com

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.