Cheese Production Specialist

Masters Gallery Foods, Inc.; Oostburg (WI); On-site; USD 34,577,760 - 38,572,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Vacation Time Off

Incentives and incentive programs

Job summary

Masters Gallery Foods, Inc. in Oostburg, Wisconsin, is seeking a Cheese Production Specialist for the 3rd shift (Sunday‑Thursday from 10 PM to 6 AM). You will be responsible for providing bulk cheese to production lines and operating cheese cutting/shredding equipment.

The position offers a competitive wage starting at $25.10/hour with potential increases. A generous benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and wellness programs, is available.

Qualifications

• Able to frequently reach, grasp, and lift 40 lbs and occasionally up to 60 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual lifting and carrying of cheese on production lines.
• Inspect bulk cheese for mold or contamination.
• Operate all automated and manual cutting and shredding systems.

Skills

Ability to lift 40 lbs frequently

Basic math skills

Team player

Visual inspection for quality

Job description

Job Description

Cheese Production Specialist – 3rd Shift (Sunday‑Thursday, 10 PM – 6 AM). Under the direction of the Shift Production Supervisor, you will be responsible for providing bulk cheese to production lines and operating cheese cutting/shredding equipment.

Wages: Starting Pay (Level I): $25.10/hour. After 90 Days (Level II): $26.97/hour, plus $1.00 Shift Differential. Wage increases again at one year as you grow in this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual lifting and carrying (approx. up to 40 lbs) by opening, cleaning, and placing cheese on production lines.
• Remove all packaging from cheese.
• Inspect bulk cheese for mold or contamination, remove and clean accordingly.
• Lift and place cheese on conveyors (weight varies from 5 lbs to 40 lbs per lift).
• Operate all automated and manual cutting systems.
• Operate all shredding equipment.
• Maintain record of bulk cheese usage utilizing RF inventory scanners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Able to frequently reach, grasp, and lift 40 lbs and occasionally up to 60 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Consistent and reliable attendance to maintain adequate staffing levels and meet customer commitments is required.
• Committed to remaining safe in all aspects of the job.
• Willing to learn and be a team player.
• Able to visually inspect product for food quality purposes.
• Able to read and calculate using basic math.

Working Environment

Comfortable climate‑controlled work environment. Facilities are clean and maintain cool temperatures. Smoke‑free campus promoting a healthy and wellness lifestyle. Equipment consists of robotic case packers, case erectors, case sealers, and moving belts which can be noisy. Fork‑lifts also drive in the packaging area.

Benefits

• A generous benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, 401(k) with company match, and more).
• Vacation Time Off (service‑based paid time off and 10 paid holidays).
• Center for Health and Wellness – free to employees and their dependents.
• Incentives and incentive programs (such as tuition reimbursement, student loan ...).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Women/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.