Water Resources Supervisor

Company: Michigan Milk Producers Assoc
Location: Canton
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Superior Dairy is looking for an experienced Water Resources Supervisor to join our team, in Canton, OH. As the Water Resource Supervisor, you will provide directional supervision, coordination, and support for a team of skilled technicians in the operation and maintenance of water treatment and wastewater treatment systems to support manufacturing processes. ABOUT US: The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) - established in 1916 - is a dairy farmer-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative and dairy processor. As the 10th largest dairy cooperative in the U.S., MMPA serves dairy farmers throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana, employing approximately 625 people in four states. In addition to a cheese plant in Indiana called the Middlebury Cheese Company, and a dairy product plant in Ohio called Superior Dairy, MMPA operates two SQF Level 3 dairy ingredient plants in Michigan. Products made at MMPA's plants include fluid milk, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and condensed skim milk.WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE:Competitive salaryHealth and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefitsDisability insurancePaid time offRetirement including 401k with employer contributionsPersonal and professional growth opportunitiesEmployee appreciation events and recognition awardsEmployee wellness initiativesEmployees feedback and suggestion forums JOB RESPONSIBILITIESMonitor treatment systems and equipment for operational efficiency and regulatory complianceAdjust water treatment system processes and equipment utilizing system analysis and trendsPerform routine water sample collection, preparation, and analytical laboratory testingMaintain records, data collection/entry, and complete detailed reportingAdhere to standardized technical operations and maintenance proceduresManage time effectively while making calculated decisions across multiple processesPerform preventive maintenance, repairs, and improvements for process equipment and facilitiesMaintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, efficiency, and accountabilitySafely operate powered equipment to move materials and complete tasks as neededSchedule department technicians for 24/7 operational coverage and approve timekeepingProvide structured onboarding and ongoing updated standardized training for techniciansEnforce policies, standards, procedures, best practices, and issue corrective actionsPerform root cause analysis, problem solving, standard loss analysis, and after action reviewsUnderstand and enforce adherence with all internal/external regulatory requirementsDrive employee engagement in programs, initiatives, and projectsRequisition materials and supplies for operations and maintenanceEnforce safety standards, investigate accidents or injuries, and prepare reports of findingsCoordinate operations, projects, and activities between departmentsAudit internal reporting, documentation, and personnel performanceAssist in candidate screening process for potential new hiresSupport, coach, mentor, and develop a dynamic team of skilled techniciansAssist with development and auditing of standard operating procedures and technical instructionsAssist Water Resources Department Manager with other duties as assignedPerforms other duties, as assigned. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEDegree in Environmental Science or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering preferredCertification/Experience in CI/Efficiency Management, Lean Manufacturing, or AdministrationPrevious water treatment experience preferred, but not required; In depth training providedStrong mechanical aptitude for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting system equipmentAbility to demonstrate mechanical expertise and technical knowledge from proven experienceAbility to lift 50 pounds and work safely in varying climatic conditions, heights, and confined spacesAbility to effectively manage time, resources, and competing prioritiesAbility to safely operate powered equipment following standard training/testing periodAbility to demonstrate proven leadership skills, experience, conflict resolution, and crisis managementAbility to create, modify, and utilize various forms of data collection, analysis, and reportingStrong aptitude for creative problem solving, effective communication, and strategic planning/execution Join us in maintaining the highest standards in the dairy industry! Apply now and become part of our dynamic Superior Dairy team! To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities that are required of the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. Superior Dairy provides the opportunity for meaningful work that makes a difference in the dairy industry and in our communities. The diverse talents and perspectives of our employees help us to meet the needs of our member farms and the customers we serve.Superior is an equal opportunity employer. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. We are not interested in unsolicited candidate introductions, referrals or resumes from third party recruiters or staffing agencies for this position. PI25d0d89aa3fe-25660-36449507

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