plant manager

Job details Summary Spherion $100000.00 - $120000.00 per hour Permanent Industry manufacturing & production (Production Occupations) Reference number D_26-00065-Prof Job details Spherion Mid Ohio's Professional Division is partnering with a growing dairy manufacturer in Wayne County, Ohio seeking a Dairy Plant Manager offering $100K-$120K plus bonus potential. With a brand new facility launching in July 2026, this is a rare opportunity to step into a true ground floor leadership role and build an operation from day one. This role will oversee both production and a retail storefront, serving local customers, coffee shops, and retailers. You will run the full operation out of the gate, leading a team of approximately 10 employees with expected growth, and setting the tone for performance, structure, and culture.

• Direct dairy manufacturing experience is required. Candidates must come from a dairy background with leadership experience in a dairy production environment.
• What You'll Own
• Full oversight of day to day plant operations across production and retail.
• Leadership, development, and accountability of a growing team.
• KPIs, timekeeping, performance management, and disciplinary processes.
• Production output, efficiency, and product fulfillment.
• Inventory, purchasing, and supply flow.
• Food safety, regulatory compliance, and quality standards.
• First response to operational issues, breakdowns, or urgent needs.
• Building structure, processes, and a strong team culture from the ground up. What You Bring
• 5+ years of leadership experience within dairy manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of dairy production, food safety, and regulatory environments.
• FSMA certification preferred.
• Proven ability to manage performance, KPIs, and team accountability.
• Hands on leadership style with a roll up your sleeves approach.
• Experience with inventory and purchasing systems. What Sets You Apart
• Experience in product fulfillment and meeting production demand.
• Strong compliance and food safety background.
• Track record of improving production output and operational efficiency.
• Experience launching or scaling an operation. What's Offered
• $100,000 to $120,000 base salary.
• Bonus potential.
• Health insurance.
• Simple IRA with company match. The Opportunity
• Brand new facility launching July 2026.
• Approximately 10 employees to start with growth expected.
• Typical schedule of 40 to 50 hours per week - offering work life balance.
• Fall and winter are peak seasons.
• Relocation considered for candidates with direct dairy leadership experience.

This role is ideal for a leader who is confident, steady, and hands-on. Someone who takes ownership, leads by example, and is just as comfortable on the floor as they are managing the business. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply today with resume or email your resume to Jessica Johnson at JJohson@spherionohio.com . Spherion Mid Ohio's Professional Division is partnering with a growing dairy manufacturer in Wayne County, Ohio seeking a Dairy Plant Manager offering $100K-$120K plus bonus potential. With a brand new facility launching in July 2026, this is a rare opportunity to step into a true ground floor leadership role and build an operation from day one. This role will oversee both production and a retail storefront, serving local customers, coffee shops, and retailers. You will run the full operation out of the gate, leading a team of approximately 10 employees with expected growth, and setting the tone for performance, structure, and culture.

• Direct dairy manufacturing experience is required. Candidates must come from a dairy background with leadership experience in a dairy production environment.
• What You'll Own
• Full oversight of day to day plant operations across production and retail.
• Leadership, development, and accountability of a growing team.
• KPIs, timekeeping, performance management, and disciplinary processes.
• Production output, efficiency, and product fulfillment.
• Inventory, purchasing, and supply flow.
• Food safety, regulatory compliance, and quality standards.
• First response to operational issues, breakdowns, or urgent needs.
• Building structure, processes, and a strong team culture from the ground up. What You Bring
• 5+ years of leadership experience within dairy manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of dairy production, food safety, and regulatory environments.
• FSMA certification preferred.
• Proven ability to manage performance, KPIs, and team accountability.
• Hands on leadership style with a roll up your sleeves approach.
• Experience with inventory and purchasing systems. What Sets You Apart
• Experience in product fulfillment and meeting production demand.
• Strong compliance and food safety background.
• Track record of improving production output and operational efficiency.
• Experience launching or scaling an operation. What's Offered
• $100,000 to $120,000 base salary.
• Bonus potential.
• Health insurance.
• Simple IRA with company match. The Opportunity
• Brand new facility launching July 2026.
• Approximately 10 employees to start with growth expected.
• Typical schedule of 40 to 50 hours per week - offering work life balance.
• Fall and winter are peak seasons.
• Relocation considered for candidates with direct dairy leadership experience.

This role is ideal for a leader who is confident, steady, and hands-on. Someone who takes ownership, leads by example, and is just as comfortable on the floor as they are managing the business. If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply today with resume or email your resume to Jessica Johnson at JJohson@spherionohio.com . share this job. send via e-mail print it