1st Shift Grinder Helper

Great Lakes Cheese; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dairy production is seeking a Grinder Helper to assist in the blending of cheese products. The role requires following blend sheets, maintaining cleanliness of work areas, and ensuring product safety compliance. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably some manufacturing experience, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the United States.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Read blend sheets and follow instructions to standardize blender.
• Scrape any mold found on cheese and manage molds properly.
• Sanitize lines at start up and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Ability to work cooperatively

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld computer/scanner

Powered Industrial Trucks

Job description

The Grinder Helper facilitates the Grinder in maintaining the proper blend of cheese product.

Job Responsibilities

• Read blend sheets and follows instructions that may be given on the blend sheets to standardize blender.
• Scrape any mold found on cheese and deposits mold in detained product tubs.
• P ractices good housekeeping of work areas and grinder office.
• H elp Slurry and Slurry helps Grinders and other co-workers when they are available.
• Fill out all paperwork completely and correctly including name, production line number and products ran.
• Sanitize lines at start up.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read production schedule and plan and organize workday.
• Self-motivated and can work with limited supervision.
• Ability to operate a handheld computer/scanner.
• Ability to operate various Powered Industrial Trucks.
• Ability to manage time and organize work.
• Ability to follow instructions and proper work procedures.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and management.
• Good communication skills: verbal and written.

Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.

• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.

• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.

• Product weight: up to 50 lbs.

• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

• Use of motor skills to safely drive tow motors or other motorized vehicles in tight quarters.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

About the company

Great Lakes Cheese is headquartered in Hiram, OH, and works to meet industry standards, including quality, efficiency, innovation & integrity. Learn more.

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