Cheese Packaging Operator

Gossner Foods Inc; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

HSA with match

Paid time off

Holiday pay incentives

Weekend pay

401k with company contributions

Quarterly bonuses

Onsite cafeteria

Job summary

Gossner Foods is seeking a Cheese Packaging Operator to join our team. This role focuses on packaging and preparing cheese products, including handling large blocks, labeling, and securely boxing them for shipment.

You'll stack, strap, and palletize finished products, while maintaining cleanliness in the Vilutis Room and following quality guidelines. The position requires lifting capabilities and a teamwork-driven approach in a fast-paced dairy environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Capable of repeatedly lifting 50 lbs and up to 100 lbs.
• Proficient in English, written and spoken.
• Willing to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Place cheese blocks into plastic bags securely.
• Seal cheese blocks and package them into boxes with straps.
• Stack packaged cheese on pallets in an organized manner.
• Operate a stand-up forklift to move pallets.
• Label cheese blocks and track through production line.
• Perform product checks and follow paperwork for quality control.
• Conduct cheese sampling and label products for testing.
• Maintain sanitation in the Vilutis Room according to duties.

Skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Job description

Job Opportunity: Cheese Packaging Operator

Are you ready to embark on an exciting career in the world of cheese production? If you have a passion for quality, precision, and teamwork, we have the perfect opportunity for you at Gossner Foods. We are currently seeking a Cheese Packaging Operator to join our dynamic team. With competitive pay, attractive benefits, and opportunities for growth, this role is not just a job; it's a pathway to a brighter future.

Primary Responsibilities

As a Cheese Packaging Operator, you will play a crucial role in the packaging and preparation of cheese products. Your primary responsibilities include handling cheese blocks weighing between 200 to 300 pounds and ensuring they are properly bagged, sealed, and packaged.

Overview

• Carefully place cheese blocks into plastic bags.
• Seal the cheese blocks securely.
• Package the sealed cheese blocks into boxes and add straps to secure packaging.
• Neatly stack the packaged cheese on pallets.
• Transport pallets to the staging area using a stand-up forklift.

Responsibilities

• Cheese Labeling: Expertly number and label our exquisite cheese blocks as they journey through the Vilutis production line for bagging.
• Stacking Mastery: Put your precision to work by making sure that our cheese boxes are not only correctly numbered but also expertly stacked when they are placed on pallets.
• Sanitation Stewardship: Take on the responsibility of maintaining the pristine condition of our Vilutis Room. You'll have a specific list of duties to ensure a clean and hygienic environment for our cheese production.
• Product Check Expertise: You'll be conducting specific product checks as required, meticulously following the paperwork guidelines to maintain our quality standards.
• Cheese Sampling: Showcase your attention to detail as you pull cheese samples and correctly label products for testing, ensuring our cheese meets the highest quality standards.

Requirements

• You should be at least 18 years of age.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States is a must.
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug check.
• You must be capable of regularly lifting up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.
• A strong willingness to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday from 4 am to 12:30 pm with rotating weekends.

Compensation

Your journey begins with training pay starting at $19.10 per hour, with the potential to reach $21.60 per hour after mastering all skill levels and experience.

Benefits

• FREE HEALTH INSURANCE FOR EMPLOYEES!
• Health, Dental, Vision, HSA with employer match up to $1,000K
• Paid time off.
• Holiday pay incentives
• Weekend pay +2.50/hr.
• 401k with Company contributions.
• Quarterly bonuses to reward your hard work.
• Onsite cafeteria to keep you fueled and energized.

At Gossner Foods, we're not just a company-we're a growing family business with three dynamic locations across the western United States. With over 120 years of cheese-making expertise, cutting-edge equipment, and a passionate team, we're proud to be a leader in the dairy industry. What started as a humble Swiss cheese plant has evolved into a thriving enterprise producing over 30 varieties of cheese and offering delicious UHT (Ultra High Temperature) shelf-stable milk in an array of flavors. Be part of our exciting journey and contribute to our tradition of excellence. At Gossner Foods, every day brings new opportunities to innovate, grow, and make a difference. Join us and taste the success!

Gossner Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We want applicants of diverse background and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.