Cheese Packaging Specialist — Precision & Quality

Emmi Roth; Monroe, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Emmi Roth is seeking a Packaging Team Member to support our cheese production in Wisconsin. You will load packaging materials, move products, run packaging equipment, and help maintain quality and sanitation standards in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, assisting with setup and changeovers, performing quality checks, maintaining clean work areas, and collaborating with team members to hit production targets while following ERU safety

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating packaging machinery in a manufacturing or food processing environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely operate electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (add/subtract/multiply/divide whole numbers).
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality products.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the operation of machinery and equipment used in the cheese conversion or food manufacturing process to ensure smooth operation and efficient production.
• Works closely with other production associates and team members to ensure efficient workflow to meet production targets.
• Loads packaging and raw materials into food manufacturing equipment.
• Safely and efficiently moves products and materials within the facility, following proper handling procedures.
• Ensure all ingredients and materials are readily available for production activities.
• Observes and monitors production lines to ensure the smooth flow of operations.
• Conducts regular quality checks and completes quality documentation to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Inspects products for defects, ensuring they meet the required quality criteria before packaging and distribution.
• Assists in packaging finished cheese products into appropriate containers, ensuring accurate labeling and adherence to packaging guidelines.
• Cleans and maintains equipment, tools, and work areas following proper sanitation and cleaning procedures to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assists in managing inventory levels of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished products.
• Assist in equipment setup, changeovers, and maintenance to ensure uninterrupted production and adherence to quality standards.
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Adheres to safety guidelines and complies with all safety protocols, including the proper use of PPE.

Skills

Packaging machinery

Pallet jack operation

Reading instructions

Attention to detail

Tools

Electric pallet jacks

Job description

Emmi Roth is seeking a Packaging Team Member to support our cheese production in Wisconsin. You will load packaging materials, move products, run packaging equipment, and help maintain quality and sanitation standards in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include operating equipment, assisting with setup and changeovers, performing quality checks, maintaining clean work areas, and collaborating with team members to hit production targets while following ERU safety