Cheese Packager

Agropur, inc.; Le Sueur (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) with up to 7% company**

PTO starting Day 1

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Discounts

Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance

Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Agropur, inc. is seeking a Cheese Packaging Operator in Minnesota to bag, seal, and monitor packaging of cheese products. This role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to GMPs while supporting a fast-paced production line.

The ideal candidate will follow SOPs, document production data, and collaborate with team members to meet quality standards and production targets. This position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Good English speaking and writing.
• Knowledge of FDA and HACCP guidelines.
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and sanitation logs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor packaging machinery and output for quality.
• Weigh cheese product and seal packages to spec.
• Follow SOPs and Master Sanitation schedules.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and report hazards.
• Document information legibly on production logs.
• Provide samples for quality testing.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication

Multitasking

Time management

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Packaging machinery

Computer literacy

Job description

Job Type: Regular Our Cheese Packaging Operator is the final stage in the Agropur cheese production process. This position is responsible for bagging the cheese product, ensuring that it meets standard production requirements, and sealing the package.

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone's impact truly matters.

We believe that teamwork-collaborating and sharing perspectives-is essential to achieving the best results.

An environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued:

• Starting rate $21.94/HR
• Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00
• 2,2,3 | 5AM - 5PM
• Double time pay on Sunday
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-termDisabilityInsurance
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
• PTO starting Day 1
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Advancement Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discounts
• Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance

Your key responsibilities:

• Places packing materials in/on equipment to catch cheese dispense.
• Monitors machinery controls and packaging output.
• Weighs cheese product for proper specifications and seals the package.
• Follows work instructions set forth by Standard Operation Procedures and Master Sanitation schedules.
• Operates packaging machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
• Inspects product packaging and casing, ensuring that each product is passable for quality assurance.
• Provides samples of product for quality lab testing.
• Maintains a clean work place that is free of safety hazards.
• Cleans work stations and equipment during sanitation cycles.
• Uses proper personal protective equipment at all times.
• Understands and obeys all Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Computer literate.
• Able to properly document information legibly onto the production and master sanitation log sheets.
• Ability to read, understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures and Master Sanitation schedules.
• Knowledge of FDA and HAACP.
• Attentive to detail and can multitask effectively.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Must be able to communicate and document work.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient spelling, grammar and written communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Safety Protocol
• Stop any observed unsafe acts, and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

The individual who will own this role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Good English speaking and writing

A role for those who know that the best results are built through teamwork.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.