Cheese Packaging Technician - 1st Shift, Growth and Benefits

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery; New London (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery in New London, WI, is seeking a Packaging Team Member to support finished cheese packaging, labeling, and palletizing while following GMPs and food safety standards.

You will rotate through packaging positions, learn equipment, and contribute to quality and production goals. This entry-level role offers benefits and opportunities for growth in a team-focused dairy environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to follow written and verbal English instructions.
• Ability to stand and perform repetitive packaging tasks in a production environment.
• Prior food, dairy, or packaging experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Package and seal cheese products with correct packaging.
• Manually pack cheese into cartons and master cases.
• Operate packaging equipment or assist as needed.
• Rotate through filling, labeling, and palletizing duties.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

English communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Forklifts

Hand trucks

Job description

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery in New London, WI, is seeking a Packaging Team Member to support finished cheese packaging, labeling, and palletizing while following GMPs and food safety standards.

You will rotate through packaging positions, learn equipment, and contribute to quality and production goals. This entry-level role offers benefits and opportunities for growth in a team-focused dairy environment.