Cheese Plant Operator

Agropur Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

3 weeks PTO

Paid holidays and floating holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Job summary

Agropur is seeking a night shift operator to manage brine room controls, PLC operation, and CIP processes. You will fill brine cages, log vat data, and ensure equipment readiness for production while maintaining accurate records of pH and process steps.

The role requires reading procedures and documenting activities with strong attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to work in a fast-paced dairy environment. Benefits include health, 401(k), PTO, and holiday pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Ability to read and follow documents (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, HACCP).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work.

Responsibilities

• Understand brine room controls, PLC operation, and CIP.
• Fill brine cages with cheese and log each vat.
• Ensure pipes and fittings are connected and equipment ready for production.
• Check cheese recipe selection and record pH as required.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and perform CIP daily.
• Rinse and wash floors; manage scrap and parts as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Documentation

Time management

Team collaboration

Professional demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Type: Regular

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact. At Agropur, every role exists to deliver concrete results. What matters is real impact, not the volume of activity. An environment that allows you to focus on what truly matters:

Starting Rate: $27.56/hour $1.50hr shift differential for night shift Two pay increases in the first year up to $1.00

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with up to a 7% company match 3 Weeks PTO Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays Advancement Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Healthy work/life balance

Shift time- 2/2/3 6p to 6a nights

Your role in achieving results

• Understand all the controls in the brine room, PLC, and operation of the equipment.
• Understand the operation and CIP of the Brine UF system.
• Fill brine cages with cheese and keep track of vats; accurately record each vat on the cage log.
• Understand all the controls on the PLC, and operation of the equipment.
• Ensure all pipes and fittings are hooked up properly and equipment is ready for production.
• Ensure the proper cheese recipe is selected.
• Check and accurately record cheese PH per guidelines
• Understand all the controls of the cooker, salter, and RMC, PLC, and operation of the equipment.
• Understand how to clean all the equipment properly.
• Ensure cookers are hooked up for production and ready to receive cheese.
• Watch the cooker and cheese condition as it exits the cooker; ensuring that it is properly melted and has good stretch.
• Perform CIP and scrub equipment daily.
• Rinse and wash floors.
• Empty scrap pails.
• Wash parts.
• Keep the outside of the equipment clean and change gaskets as needed.

Education Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Skills Required

• Communicate well both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
• Decisions administered soundly and consistently with policies and in compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
• A role for those who want to contribute to measurable and sustainable results.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.