Cheese Production Specialist - 3rd Shift

Masters Gallery Foods Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 34,577 - 37,153; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Masters Gallery Foods in Oostburg, Wisconsin is seeking a Cheese Production Specialist for the 3rd shift (Sunday - Thursday, 10 PM - 6 AM). You will support production lines by supplying bulk cheese and operating cutting/shredding equipment.

Starting wage is $25.10/hour with increases to $26.97/hour after 90 days. The role requires lifting up to 40 lbs (sometimes 60), standing for long periods, safe work habits, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and occasionally 60 lbs.
• Stand for long periods and maintain attendance.
• Read and calculate using basic math.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide bulk cheese to production lines and operate cheese cutting/shredding equipment.
• Open, clean and place cheese on production lines; remove packaging.
• Inspect bulk cheese for mold or contaminants and clean accordingly.
• Maintain records of bulk cheese usage using RF scanners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manual lifting

RF inventory scanning

Operate cutting systems

Quality inspection

Team player

Mathematical reading

Tools

RF inventory scanners

Conveyors & cutting equipment

Job description

Cheese Production Specialist - 3rd Shift

Job Category: Plant

Requisition Number: CHEES002185

• Posted : July 8, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Oostburg Plant
Oostburg, WI 53070, USA

Description

Cheese Production Specialist - 3rd Shift

Sunday - Thursday (10PM-6AM)

Under the direction of the Shift Production Supervisor, as a Cheese Production Specialist team member, you'll be responsible to providing bulk cheese to production lines and operating cheese cutting/shredding equipment.

Let’s start with wages! At Masters Gallery Foods, you’ll earn a wage increase at both 90 days and one year as you grow in this role. Here’s the progression:

Starting Pay (Level I): $25.10/hour

After 90 Days (Level II): $26.97/hour

How You Will Contribute to our Legacy of Excellence:

• Perform manual lifting and carrying (approximately up to 40lbs) by opening, cleaning and placing cheese on production lines
• Remove all packaging from cheese
• Inspect bulk cheese for mold or contaminant, 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
• Maintain record of bulk cheese usage utilizing RF inventory scanners
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You Have to Offer:

• You are able to frequently reach, grasp, and lift 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 60lbs
• You are able to stand for long periods of time
• Consistent and reliable attendance to maintain adequate staffing levels and meet customer commitments is required
• You are committed to remaining safe in all aspects of the job
• You are willing to learn and love the idea of being a team player
• You are able to visually inspect product for food quality purposes
• You are able to read and calculate using basic math.
• Comfortable climate-controlled work environment - our facilities are clean and contain cool temperatures.
• Smoke-free campus promoting a healthy and wellness lifestyle.
• Our 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.

What Masters Gallery Foods Can Offer You:

We're a company built on many values, among them are passion, integrity, and people, which means if you join Masters Gallery, you'll join a team brought together by enthusiasm, trust, and dedication. Beyond our commitment to offering exceptional products and customer service, Masters Gallery is committed to career development, flexibility, and fun at work.

To uphold those values, Masters Gallery Foods provides:

• 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 forgiveness, subsidized fitness programs, cell phone discount programs, employee assistance program, and more)
• Opportunities to give back to the community (drives, activities, matched donations, and more)
• Green sustainability initiatives
• Continuous improvement initiatives - technology driven
• Training and development programs
• Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, and filtered Culligan water
• Listen to Sirius XM Radio while you work!
• Continuous communication with Employees - Company App
• Company-Paid Uniforms and Steel Toed Safety Shoes
• Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement-free zone
• Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party and more)

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