Experienced Machine Operator

Mullins Cheese Inc.; Mosinee (WI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-owned company that values growth and teamwork in the Cheese Production sector. This role offers a chance to contribute to a collaborative environment where employees actively participate in process improvements. With responsibilities ranging from monitoring machinery to ensuring product quality and safety, you'll be an integral part of the production team. Enjoy a competitive starting wage with opportunities for advancement, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that promotes health, wellness, and work-life balance. If you're eager to learn and grow in a supportive setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Employer paid medical clinic

Vacation pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee discount at retail store

YMCA membership contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Insurance

401K Plan and Profit Sharing

Life and Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 1 year of machine operating experience is required.
• Forklift certification is preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production machinery and maintain records.
• Follow safety procedures and assist in troubleshooting.

Skills

Machine Operating

Safety Procedures

Documentation

Clean in Place Procedures

HACCP Guidelines

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Mullins Cheese is seeking a self- motivated, team- oriented, eager to work individual to work in our Cheese Production. Mullins Cheese is based upon growth and advancement, and as a Mullins Cheese employee you have opportunities to grow and advance throughout the company. Mullins Cheese is a family owned and operated company and is collaborative with employees. Employees have a say in troubleshooting and process improvement within the company.

Essential Job Functions:

• Monitor and control production machinery
• Monitor and use “Clean in Place” procedures on product machinery and tools
• Correctly take samples of product for lab testing
• Maintain appropriate production records
• Fill out proper documentation in accordance to customer specification and government agencies
• Aid other employees to maintain a safe process and quality product
• Follow Safety Procedures
• Maintain clean work environment
• Aid plant manager on the shift by following his/her directions

• Operate within HACCP guidelines to assure safe, quality product
• Other duties assigned by plant manager
• Lifting 60 lbs. from the ground

Wage:

• Starting wage of $22.50 (includes) $3 Shift premium
• Higher starting wage based upon experience
• $3.00 Shift Premium 6pm-6am. Monday-Friday. All Day Saturday
• 1.5x pay over 40 hours

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year minimum of machine operating experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Willing and Able to perform all job essential functions with or without accommodation
• Willing and Able to be exposed to/perform all physical and environmental factors
• Certifications: Forklift Certification
• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience: 1-3 years in a production position
• Experience with Dryers, evaporators, vats, UF, MF, or RO systems

Schedule Requirements

• 1 week days (8am-4pm) / 1 week nights (2pm-10pm)
• Full-time, 40 – 50 hours Per Week
• Saturdays are required
• Sundays and Holidays may be required

Being a family owned company, Mullins Cheese encourages the employees to have a work- life balance along with promoting health and wellness programs.

Mullins Cheese invests in these programs:

• Employer paid medical clinic
• Vacation pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discount at the Mullins Cheese retail store
• YMCA membership contributions for employees and family members
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Insurance, HSA, Vision Insurance, and Dental Insurance
• 401K Plan and Profit Sharing
• Life AD&D, Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance