Cheese Packager

Agropur; Minnesota; On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage

Raises within year

Shift 5AM-5PM

Sunday overtime

Benefits package

401(k)

PTO from day 1

Holidays and floating holidays

Advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Uniform program

Job summary

Agropur is seeking a Cheese Packaging Operator in Minnesota to join our production team. This full-time role involves bagging and sealing cheese, monitoring packaging output, and ensuring products meet quality standards.

You will follow SOPs and sanitation schedules, keep a clean work area, and operate equipment safely. You will be part of a collaborative culture with opportunities for advancement, tuition reimbursement, and a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and a 401(k)

Qualifications

• Experience operating packaging machinery is beneficial.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Team player with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor cheese packaging equipment and controls.
• Weigh and seal cheese products to meet specifications.
• Follow SOPs and sanitation schedules for efficient production.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and properly use PPE.
• Provide product samples for quality testing as required.

Job description

Job Type:

RegularOur 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. ...