1st Shift Production Operator - Aged Cheese

Land O'Lakes, Inc.; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is seeking an 1st Shift Production Operator for our aged cheese production team in Websterville, VT. The role focuses on affinage and aging, overseeing drying rooms, and preparing products for finished packaging while following GMPs, safety, and quality programs.

A competitive salary, signing bonus, and comprehensive benefits are provided. Responsibilities include machine setup, monitoring, sampling, and documentation to ensure product quality and process control in a

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and able to read, write, and understand instructions.
• Strong basic math and ability to follow written instructions.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and perform simple calculations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate aging and packaging steps for aged cheese.
• Monitor processes, take pH/temperature/moisture readings and adjust equipment.
• Ensure sanitation, cleanliness, and adherence to SOPs and GMPs.
• Coordinate with cheesemakers and ensure product weights meet specs.
• Record lot numbers and complete quality and accounting paperwork.
• Report equipment issues and non-conforming product to supervisors.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Job description

1st Shift Production Operator

Under direction of the Creamery Supervisor and other Aged Cheese leadership staff, the Aged Cheese Production Worker is responsible for the affinage and aging process for a variety of Aged Cheese products. Duties include overseeing the drying rooms and working with formed products, preparing them for the finished product stage and packaging, while following company procedures, GMPs, Safety, and Quality programs.

Location: Websterville, VT (Barre)

Pay: Starting at $21.25 per hour

Hiring Bonus: $2000.00 - $500.00 at 30 days $750.00 at 60 days and $750.00 at 1 year.

Hours: Tuesday Thru Friday 6am-230pm Saturday 8am-430pm

Land O’Lakes, Inc offers a competitive salary and bonus potential. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package as well as other company sponsored benefits.

Required Qualifications & Experiences

• 18 years or older.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions, and possess basic mathematical skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences

• 1+ years of continuous prior experience in any industry.
• Self-Reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision.
• Must be attentive to detail and have good organizational skills.
• Able to trouble shoot mechanical problems.
• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team.
• Ability to follow manufacturer’s specifications and directions.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Sets-up and dismantles machines, cleans, and sanitizes prior and after using. Coordinates with cheesemakers. Makes sure machinery runs efficiently and detects malfunctions when they occur. Completes all steps in the draining and forming process. Controls the product weight, takes frequent measurements, and adjusts machinery or technique accordingly. Takes pH, temperature, moisture on product to control the process. Completes cleaning/sanitizing according to schedule and necessity. Completes all quality and accounting paperwork. Prepares ingredients, records lot # on make sheet and/or accounting sheet. Assembles pipes, connects vats, pumps, and other equipment based on process. Performs environmental cleaning following company Quality Plan. Collects samples for Quality Assurance, as needed. Communicates regularly with other departments on specific work processes. Report issues and progress to the Quality Assurance Manager, Creamery Manager or Creamery Supervisor. Make sure that the cleaning is completed, and work area is tidy before leaving. Ensure a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks. Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs). Follow all procedures, GMPs, Safety, Quality, and Sanitation plans. Identify and report all potentially non-conforming product and equipment to Supervisor and the Quality Assurance Department. Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule. Other duties as assigned.

Essential Physical Requirements

Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements. Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment. Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present. Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime. Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O’Lakes and our global entities support diversity in employment practices. Land O’Lakes is a Fortune 250, farmer-owned agriculture and food manufacturing cooperative. We are headquartered just outside the Twin Cities, with locations across the US and a presence in 60 countries around the world.