Cheese Packaging Apprentice – Seasonal, Hands-On Role

Agropur; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Agropur is seeking a Cheese Packager I for seasonal (fixed term) work in Wisconsin. You will package cheese products safely and efficiently, ensure proper bags, boxes, labels, dates, and vat numbers, and rotate duties within the department.

You will participate in QA tests, maintain sanitation of packaging areas, and assist in preventative maintenance with other teams. No prior experience is required as on-the-job training is provided, with opportunities to learn dairy manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Dairy/manufacturing experience: none required; in-house training provided.
• Familiarity with GLP/SOP/SDS/GMP/HACCP concepts is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of cheese production processes and procedures.
• Ensure proper packaging: bag, box, label, date, vat number, and necessary info.
• Complete paperwork and pass to Production Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Support QA tests such as scale checks and metal detector checks.
• Assist in sanitation of packaging room equipment and conveyors.
• Coordinate preventative maintenance of packaging equipment.
• Assist in cooler organization and maintenance.
• Adhere to GMP and safety protocols.
• Stop unsafe acts and report hazards.

Skills

Quality control

Attention to detail

Basic math

Reading procedures

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Team communication

Problem solving

Time management

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Agropur is seeking a Cheese Packager I for seasonal (fixed term) work in Wisconsin. You will package cheese products safely and efficiently, ensure proper bags, boxes, labels, dates, and vat numbers, and rotate duties within the department.

You will participate in QA tests, maintain sanitation of packaging areas, and assist in preventative maintenance with other teams. No prior experience is required as on-the-job training is provided, with opportunities to learn dairy manufacturing processes.