Cheese Production Line Operator - Packaging & Quality

Great Lakes Cheese Co.; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Cheese Co. in La Crosse, WI is seeking a production associate to maintain sanitation, operate equipment, and assist with packaging and labeling. You will review specifications, assemble and pack product, and ensure quality through checks and documentation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices within a fast-paced facility. Prioritize accurate data entry and responsiveness to line needs.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Able to read and interpret production reports and worksheets.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain area, equipment, and personal sanitation.
• Prepare, weigh, carry, load, space product.
• Open and rework product.
• Gather, review, and apply labels/stickers/backer boards.
• Review order specs and assemble boxes.
• Review order specs and pack boxes.
• Inspect E stops to ensure functionality before production starts.
• Perform quality checks to ensure packaging matches customer specs.
• Directly communicate to line personnel on order specs and quality issues.
• Palletize product.
• Enter data on production reports.
• Communicate safety issues to line personnel.
• Perform duties in line with safety policies and the Safe Quality Food program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Reading production reports

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Great Lakes Cheese Co. in La Crosse, WI is seeking a production associate to maintain sanitation, operate equipment, and assist with packaging and labeling. You will review specifications, assemble and pack product, and ensure quality through checks and documentation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices within a fast-paced facility. Prioritize accurate data entry and responsiveness to line needs.