Evening Cheese Processing & Sanitation Associate — Training Provided

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc.; New London (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training provided

Job summary

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc. in New London, WI is seeking a dependable Processing & Sanitation Team Member for the 2nd shift. You'll learn multiple areas of our cheese processing operation and contribute to safety, quality and teamwork.

No prior cheese-making experience required; on-the-job training will cover cheese and ingredient batching, sanitation, and equipment operation. This is a hands-on role with growth opportunities at a long-established Wisconsin dairy.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; eagerness to learn and work in the dairy industry is also valued.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with supervisors and team members.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to learn and work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills are helpful, but training is provided.
• Ability to successfully complete forklift and equipment training.

Responsibilities

• Learn and rotate through key processing areas, including cheese batching, ingredient batching, barrel dumping and conveyor/track operations.
• Accurately weigh and prepare cheese and ingredients according to production formulas.
• Inspect raw cheese for quality and sanitation concerns and report issues to Quality Assurance.
• Move and organize cheese, ingredients and supplies as needed.
• Operate forklifts, hand trucks and other equipment after completing required training.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and production areas according to established procedures.
• Complete required production and sanitation documentation.
• Follow GMPs, food safety, quality and workplace safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary work area.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Reading English

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift training

Job description

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc. in New London, WI is seeking a dependable Processing & Sanitation Team Member for the 2nd shift. You'll learn multiple areas of our cheese processing operation and contribute to safety, quality and teamwork.

No prior cheese-making experience required; on-the-job training will cover cheese and ingredient batching, sanitation, and equipment operation. This is a hands-on role with growth opportunities at a long-established Wisconsin dairy.