Experienced Machine Operator

Mullins Cheese, Inc.; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 26,708 - 38,038; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with profit sharing

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Wellness programs

Job summary

A family-owned cheese manufacturer in Marshfield, Wisconsin is looking for a self-motivated individual for their Cheese Production team. The role involves operating production machinery, following safety procedures, and maintaining production records. Candidates should have at least 3 years of machine operating experience and a high school diploma. This position offers a night shift with a starting wage of $23.50 along with comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of machine operating experience.
• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control production machinery.
• Maintain production records.
• Ensure safety and quality in the production process.

Skills

Machine operating experience

Safety procedures adherence

Quality control knowledge

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Production machinery

Job description

Overview

Mullins Cheese is seeking a self‑motivated, team‑oriented individual eager to work in our Cheese Production. Our company values growth and advancement, offering employees opportunities to develop throughout the organization. As a family‑owned and operated business, we foster collaboration, give staff input in troubleshooting, and involve them in process improvement.

Essential Job Functions

• Monitor and control production machinery.
• Apply “Clean in Place” procedures on product machinery and tools.
• Take samples of product for laboratory testing.
• Maintain appropriate production records.
• Fill out proper documentation in accordance with customer specifications and government agencies.
• Aid other employees in maintaining a safe process and quality product.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.
• Aid the plant manager on shift by following directions.
• Operate within HACCP guidelines to ensure safe, quality product.
• Perform other duties assigned by the plant manager.
• Lifting up to 60 lbs. from the ground.

Shift

Night shift: 4 pm–midnight.

Wage

Starting wage of $23.50 (includes $3 shift premium). Higher wages are awarded based on experience. The shift premium remains $3.00 for 6 pm–6 am Monday–Friday and all day Saturday. Overtime pays 1.5× for hours over 40.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years minimum of machine operating experience.
• High school diploma.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vats, milk separators (UF, MF, or RO) systems.
• 1–3 years in a food production position.
• Experience in a food manufacturing facility.

Benefits

We encourage a healthy work‑life balance and offer comprehensive wellness programs, including employer‑paid medical clinic, employee discount at our retail store, YMCA membership contributions for employees and families, Employee Assistance Program EAP, health insurance (HSA, vision, and dental), 401(k) plan with profit sharing, life/AD&D, long‑term and short‑term disability insurance, paid time off (PTO), and vacation pay.