Cheesemaker - First Shift with $2,000 Signing Bonus

LaVaquita; Monroe (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

LaVaquita in Wisconsin is seeking a cheese production operator on the first shift. Candidates must hold a Wisconsin Cheesemaker's License or Pasteurizer Operator's license, or have relevant experience. A $2,000 signing bonus is offered after 90 days of continuous employment.

Responsibilities include cooking milk and ingredients, pasteurization, separating milk, and ensuring proper fat content as per recipes. SAP is used to manage ingredients, with GMPs and safety standards enforced.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow directions and carry out instructions.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Able to legibly write entries for record keeping.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to perform basic arithmetic in all units of measure.

Responsibilities

• Add ingredients, adjust casein and fat levels per recipe.
• Monitor casein-fat ratio to maximize cheese yield.
• Perform CIP on HTST, vats, separators, curd and whey lines as needed.
• Collect and issue ingredients on SAP.
• Perform changeovers on silos and tanks as required.
• Report food safety and quality issues to management.
• Maintain safe working conditions and compliance with regulations.
• Follow GMPs and company regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation standards.

Skills

Follow directions

Teamwork

Record keeping

Fast-paced environment

Math skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Production or general work experience

Certification/license may be required

Tools

SAP

Job description

LaVaquita in Wisconsin is seeking a cheese production operator on the first shift. Candidates must hold a Wisconsin Cheesemaker's License or Pasteurizer Operator's license, or have relevant experience. A $2,000 signing bonus is offered after 90 days of continuous employment.

Responsibilities include cooking milk and ingredients, pasteurization, separating milk, and ensuring proper fat content as per recipes. SAP is used to manage ingredients, with GMPs and safety standards enforced.