Dairy Processing Operator: Knockout & Quality

Saputo Inc.; Town of Almena (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a production operator to operate knockout equipment and support a fast-paced dairy processing line. You will focus on quality, data entry, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

You will perform PLC-related setup, monitor cleaning procedures, and assist with sampling and equipment checks while maintaining 701 or 704 and other line duties. The role offers hands-on training and opportunities to contribute to a growing, community-focused

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and understand instructions.
• Proficient in basic computer use.
• Strong organizational, analytical problem solving and communication skills.
• Follows sanitation, GMPs and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the quality and appearance of the product.
• Complete appropriate data entry/PLC machine setup.
• Maintain 701 or 704.
• Washer chemical concentration.
• Conduct aseptic cheese sampling.
• Operate natamycin bath and maintain concentration.
• Operate punch machine and metal detector.
• Handle and use cleaning chemicals safely.
• Monitor and complete punch machine needle checks.
• Stack aging baskets.
• Requires regular attendance.

Skills

Computer literacy

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PLC data entry

Knock out machine

Punch machine

Metal detector

Job description

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in Wisconsin is seeking a production operator to operate knockout equipment and support a fast-paced dairy processing line. You will focus on quality, data entry, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

You will perform PLC-related setup, monitor cleaning procedures, and assist with sampling and equipment checks while maintaining 701 or 704 and other line duties. The role offers hands-on training and opportunities to contribute to a growing, community-focused