Cheesemaker: Lead Soft-Ripened Cheese Production

Kolb-Lena, Inc.; Lena (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kolb-Lena, Inc. in Lena, IL is seeking a Cheesemaker to lead the cheesemaking process from raw materials through finished product. You will ensure sanitary conditions, track materials and measurements, and collaborate with the team to maintain safety and efficiency.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and a Cheesemaker license or 5+ years of experience. Experience in food manufacturing is a plus and the position is full-time with varying shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or 3–6 months related experience or equivalent.
• Cheesemaker license or minimum 5 years as a Cheesemaker.
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Basic mathematics and calculating tools helpful.
• Ability to operate without direct supervision and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead cheesemaking procedure in soft ripened cheese make facilities.
• Maintain highest sanitary conditions in the facility.
• Communicate with receiver to ensure milk volume and temperature.
• Calculate materials to be used in cheesemake.
• Record consumables and qualitative measurements on the make sheet.
• Follow cheesemaking procedure through the process.
• Clean and sanitize the facility after cheesemaking.
• Restock and communicate when supplies are low.
• Assist in affinage when needed.
• Work as an operator as needed.
• Complete preventive maintenance and sanitation.

Skills

Cheesemaking

Sanitation

Materials calculation

Documentation

Teamwork & Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Cheesemaker License

Minimum 5 years Cheesemaker experience

Job description

Kolb-Lena, Inc. in Lena, IL is seeking a Cheesemaker to lead the cheesemaking process from raw materials through finished product. You will ensure sanitary conditions, track materials and measurements, and collaborate with the team to maintain safety and efficiency.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and a Cheesemaker license or 5+ years of experience. Experience in food manufacturing is a plus and the position is full-time with varying shifts.