Cheese Production Specialist 6AM-6PM Alternative Schedule

Masters Gallery Foods, Inc.; Oostburg (WI); On-site; USD 34,577 - 37,153; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and 10 holidays

Free health and wellness center

Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness

Numerous fun activities throughout the year

Job summary

Masters Gallery Foods, Inc. is looking for a Cheese Production Specialist to operate production lines and cutting equipment. You will lift, inspect, and manage cheese for various lines in a clean, climate-controlled environment. The role offers starting pay of $25.10/hour with increases after 90 days. Enjoy a generous benefits package, including health insurance, vacation time, and a collaborative workplace culture focused on employee development. Join our team and contribute to producing high-quality cheese!

Qualifications

• Ability to frequently reach, grasp, and lift 40 lbs., occasionally up to 70 lbs.
• Willingness to learn and be a team player.
• Commitment to safety in all job aspects.

Responsibilities

• Provide bulk cheese to production lines and operate cutting/shredding equipment.
• Inspect bulk cheese for mold or contaminants.
• Lift and place cheese on conveyors.

Skills

Ability to lift 40 lbs

Team player

Basic math skills

Food quality inspection

Job description

Description

A Schedule That Fits Your Life!

12 Hours Alternative Schedule, 2-2-3 Rotation (2-shifts on, 2-shifts off, 3-shifts on; rotating) (6:00AM-6:00PM)

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.

But first, let's talk wage! As you grow in this position with Masters Gallery Foods, you will receive a wage increase at both 90 days AND one year. Take a look for yourself:

• 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
• Operate all shredding equipment
• Maintain record of bulk cheese usage utilizing RF inventory scanners
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Consistent and reliable attendance to maintain adequate staffing levels and meet customer commitments is required

What You Have to Offer

• You are able to frequently reach, grasp, and lift 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 70lbs independently
• You are able to stand for long periods of time
• 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

Working Environment

• 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. Joining Masters Gallery means being part of a team brought together by enthusiasm, trust, and dedication. Beyond our commitment to offering exceptional products and customer service, we are committed to career development, flexibility, and fun at work.

• 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
• Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement‑free zone
• Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party and more)

Masters Gallery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

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