Experienced Machine Operator

Mullins Cheese, Inc.; Town of Mosinee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in cheese production is looking for a self-motivated individual to join their team. This role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions matter. You'll be responsible for monitoring production machinery, ensuring quality through HACCP guidelines, and maintaining safety protocols. With opportunities for growth and a supportive work-life balance, this position is perfect for someone eager to advance their career in a family-owned company. Enjoy a competitive starting wage and a range of benefits that promote health and wellness.

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 AD&D Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum of machine operating experience required.
• Willing to perform all job essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control production machinery and maintain records.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment.

Skills

Machine Operating

Safety Procedures

Documentation

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 $23.50 (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

Requirements

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

Benefits

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