Job Details

The Michigan Milk Producers Association is a dairy farmer owned cooperative and dairy processor. Founded in 1916, the MMPA serves dairy farmers in Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and Wisconsin.

MMPA maintains a strong presence within the dairy industry with strategic business relationships through a variety of channels like processing shelf-stable, value added dairy products. MMPA has four member owned processing plants in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio, including Superior Dairy and the Middlebury Cheese Company. Products made at MMPA’s plants include fluid milk, sour cream, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, cottage cheese, 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
• Employee feedback and suggestion forums 

Position Summary

The Plant Clerk is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to ensure efficient day-to-day operations of the Remus facility. This position supports production, inventory, purchasing, and maintains accurate plant records, and assists management with reporting and compliance requirements. The Plant Clerk plays a key role in helping the plant operate smoothly, accurately, and safely while supporting the overall goals of the organization.

Responsibilities 

• Process and verify daily production, shipping, and receiving records.
• Enter and maintain accurate data in plant systems, including inventory, and production logs.
• Assist with purchasing and inventory control, including generating purchase orders, receiving goods, and reconciling invoices.
• Maintain and organize plant files, reports, and documentation for compliance and recordkeeping purposes.
• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly plant performance reports as requested.
• Coordinate communication between the plant office, production floor, and management team.
• Assist with scheduling meetings, training sessions, and plant events.
• Provide general office support, including answering phones, greeting visitors, and handling correspondence.
• Perform other clerical or administrative duties as assigned to support plant operations.

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field preferred.
• Previous administrative or clerical experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional and courteous communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ERP or plant management systems preferred. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow company policies and procedures.