Water Resources Supervisor at Michigan Milk Producers Assoc – Canton, Ohio

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 salary
• Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including mental health benefits
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement including 401k with employer contributions
• Personal and professional growth opportunities
• Employee appreciation events and recognition awards
• Employee wellness initiatives
• Employees feedback and suggestion forums

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor treatment systems and equipment for operational efficiency and regulatory compliance
• Adjust water treatment system processes and equipment utilizing system analysis and trends
• Perform routine water sample collection, preparation, and analytical laboratory testing
• Maintain records, data collection/entry, and complete detailed reporting
• Adhere to standardized technical operations and maintenance procedures
• Manage time effectively while making calculated decisions across multiple processes
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and improvements for process equipment and facilities
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, efficiency, and accountability
• Safely operate powered equipment to move materials and complete tasks as needed
• Schedule department technicians for 24/7 operational coverage and approve timekeeping
• Provide structured onboarding and ongoing updated standardized training for technicians
• Enforce policies, standards, procedures, best practices, and issue corrective actions
• Perform root cause analysis, problem solving, standard loss analysis, and after action reviews
• Understand and enforce adherence with all internal/external regulatory requirements
• Drive employee engagement in programs, initiatives, and projects
• Requisition materials and supplies for operations and maintenance
• Enforce safety standards, investigate accidents or injuries, and prepare reports of findings
• Coordinate operations, projects, and activities between departments
• Audit internal reporting, documentation, and personnel performance
• Assist in candidate screening process for potential new hires
• Support, coach, mentor, and develop a dynamic team of skilled technicians
• Assist with development and auditing of standard operating procedures and technical instructions
• Assist Water Resources Department Manager with other duties as assigned
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Degree in Environmental Science or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering preferred
• Certification/Experience in CI/Efficiency Management, Lean Manufacturing, or Administration
• Previous water treatment experience preferred, but not required; In depth training provided
• Strong mechanical aptitude for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting system equipment
• Ability to demonstrate mechanical expertise and technical knowledge from proven experience
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work safely in varying climatic conditions, heights, and confined spaces
• Ability to effectively manage time, resources, and competing priorities
• Ability to safely operate powered equipment following standard training/testing period
• Ability to demonstrate proven leadership skills, experience, conflict resolution, and crisis management
• Ability to create, modify, and utilize various forms of data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Strong 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.