Manager-Davis Dairy Plant

Job Title

Manager – Davis Dairy Plant

Brookings

South Dakota State University’s Dairy and Food Science Department is offering an exciting career opportunity as a Manager for the Davis Dairy Plant. This position will manage all operations of the dairy plant, supervise staff, purchase supplies and ingredients, and coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment and the facility. It is a 12-month, full-time, benefits-eligible position.

This position is responsible for managing the Davis Dairy Plant (DDP) in a manner that ensures its sustainability as a resource for teaching, research, and hands- on experience. Responsibilities include ensuring the financial viability of the plant through the production of marketable products.

Salary range: $70,000 - $85,000, depending on qualifications.

SD State offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. The retirement plan includes a 6% matching contribution, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training and reduced tuition for state-supported courses.

Relocation benefits are available per university guidelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Manufacturing, Food Science, or related field by start date.
• More than 3 up to 5 years of related experience, particularly working in a dairy or food processing plant.
• Hands- on experience working in a dairy processing facility, particularly in the formulation of ice cream, cheese making, and operations and maintenance of common dairy processing equipment.
• Must be qualified to obtain a milk pasteurizer’s license within 90 days of hire.
• At least one year of prior experience supervising employees or being a team lead.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

• Master’s degree in Dairy Manufacturing, Food Science, or related field by start date.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact the Equal Opportunity Officer / Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: .