Cheesemaker

Sugar Mountain; Town of Shullsburg (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time off and Holiday pay

Job summary

Beecher's Handmade Cheese is opening a new cheesemaking facility in Shullsburg, Wisconsin, and seeks a Licensed Cheesemaker to lead production with a focus on quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The role blends craftsmanship with data-informed practices to ensure every batch meets Beecher's standards for quality and consistency.

The position offers a starting rate of $28.00/hour, a four‑day work week (10‑hour shifts), and a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life

Qualifications

• Wisconsin Cheesemaker license required.
• Strong understanding of cheesemaking science, dairy processing, and cheese production operations.
• Experience in artisan, specialty, or handmade cheesemaking environments.
• Deep pride in craftsmanship and producing exceptional products.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to monitor critical process variables and production data.
• Experience maintaining production records, yield reports, and quality documentation.
• Strong communication and training skills with the ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Hands-on approach with a strong presence on the production floor and a passion for cheesemaking.

Responsibilities

• Execute cheesemaking processes, including open-vat and cheddar-style production methods.
• Monitor key production variables including pH, temperature, timing, and process performance.
• Maintain accurate production records, including pH readings, yield tracking, batch logs, and process documentation.
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure all products consistently meet Beecher's standards for quality, flavor, texture, and appearance.
• Support yield optimization and process consistency through data analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in product grading and quality assessment activities.
• Champion a culture of craftsmanship, accountability, continuous learning, and pride in product quality.

Skills

Cheesemaker license

Cheesemaking science

Dairy processing

Attention to detail

Team mentorship

Job description

Beecher's Handmade Cheese is excited to be opening a new cheesemaking facility in Shullsburg, Wisconsin, and we're looking for a Licensed Cheesemaker to help lead production and uphold the quality standards that define Beecher's.

This role blends artisan craftsmanship with modern, data-informed practices to consistently produce exceptional cheese while supporting process excellence, food safety, and team development. You'll play a key role in ensuring every batch meets Beecher's standards for quality, consistency, and craftsmanship.

Why Choose Beecher’s?

• Starting rate at $28.00/hour, wage based on skills/ work experience
• Consistent 4-day work week (10-hour shifts)
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401 (k) with company match
• Paid Time off and Holiday pay

What You'll Do

• Execute cheesemaking processes, including open-vat and cheddar-style production methods
• Monitor key production variables including pH, temperature, timing, and process performance
• Maintain accurate production records, including pH readings, yield tracking, batch logs, and process documentation
• Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure all products consistently meet Beecher's standards for quality, flavor, texture, and appearance
• Support yield optimization and process consistency through data analysis and continuous improvement efforts
• Participate in product grading and quality assessment activities
• Champion a culture of craftsmanship, accountability, continuous learning, and pride in product quality

What We're Looking For

• Wisconsin Cheesemaker license required
• Strong understanding of cheesemaking science, dairy processing, and cheese production operations
• Experience in artisan, specialty, or handmade cheesemaking environments
• Deep pride in craftsmanship and producing exceptional products
• Strong attention to detail and ability to monitor critical process variables and production data
• Experience maintaining production records, yield reports, and quality documentation
• Strong communication and training skills with the ability to mentor and develop team members
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Hands‑on approach with a strong presence on the production floor and a passion for cheesemaking

Career Opportunity

We’re looking for people who want more than a paycheck. If you care about great food, take pride in your work, and want to build a career, Beecher’s is a place where you can learn a craft, grow your skills, and be proud of what you make every day.

Commitment to Our Communities:

As part of our mission to Change the Way America eats we’ve created the Beecher's Foundation, a non-profit supported by our family of companies. Aimed at educating people about the prevalence of food additives and their possible health risks, the Foundation is about giving people the tools they need to make healthy eating choices for life.

We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.