General Labor

Saputo, Inc.; Waupun (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Employee stock options

Paid time off

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. is seeking a Production Attendant to support cheese packaging on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. You will prepare packaging, maintain records, and ensure GMP and safety compliance while maximizing line efficiency.

You must be able to lift up to 40 lbs, stand for long periods, read production worksheets, and work well with a team to meet customer specifications. Competitive benefits and shift differential offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to push, pull, and lift between 20 and 40 pounds.
• Ability to read and comprehend production worksheets.
• Willingness to rotate into all line positions and work overtime as needed.
• Commitment to food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Basic analytical and numerical skills for unit conversions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with GMP, SOP, HACCP, SSOP, and H&S.
• Efficiently package cheese into specified packaging material.
• Identify out-of-spec conditions and follow notification protocol.
• Set up packaging process including machinery and printers.
• Perform quality checks to ensure packaging matches production sheet.
• Enter data on production reports and rotate through line positions.

Skills

Lifting 20-40 lb

Standing/walking

Teamwork

Communication

Safety procedures

Mathematical skills

Multi-tasking

Reading worksheets

Quality checks

Tools

Date code printers

Packaging machinery

Production equipment

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

This position follows a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, with shifts running either 5:15 to 5:30 or 4:45 to 5:00, depending on the department. Employees work every other weekend as part of the rotation and are scheduled to work holidays that fall on their assigned workdays.

As a Production Attendant you will prepare packaging in accordance with customer specifications, company policy, and GMP’s. You are also responsible for maintaining accurate records, adhering to all safety measures, and the efficiency of the cheese packaging process.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter:

• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to, GMP, SOP, HACCP, SSOP, and H&S.
• Efficiently package cheese into desired packaging material.
• Identify and communicate any out-of-spec product conditions; follow the established notification protocol.
• Assist in the set-up of the packaging process, to include machinery, date code printers, computers, product labels, proper vat selection, added ingredients, etc.
• Quality checks to assure product is packaged according to customer specifications on production sheet.
• Ability to read and comprehend production worksheets.
• Able to rotate into all positions on the line.
• Box and palletize boxes according to instructions: ensuring accurate counts and proper identification.
• Sanitize lines when needed.
• Enter data on production reports.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Can consistently push, pull, and lift between 20 and 40 pounds.
• Can work with frequent bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, and maneuvering around manufacturing equipment.
• Can continuously stand or walk on a concrete surface.
• Can work scheduled hours and required overtime as needed.
• Have basic analytical and numerical skills and the ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement.
• Can communicate effectively and efficiently.
• Have a working knowledge of Safety Methods and Procedures.
• Are self-motivated, able to multi-task, can work independently, and as part of a team.
• Are committed to food safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrate professionalism and positively represents and promotes Saputo at all times.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environment which includes but not limited to: noise, changing temperatures (hot, wet, cold, humid), standing/walking/bending/stooping/climbing stairs, maneuvering around manufacturing equipment consistently throughout the shift.
• Physical lifting up to 40-lbs unassisted frequently throughout the shift.
• Working with chemicals, wearing personal protective equipment, and following approved chemical handling procedures.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, EAP, 401k, employee stock options, paid time off.
• Employee recognition and incentive programs.
• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and plant engagement activities.

Pay $25.47 an hour + Shift Differential

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA, LLC are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under law, please visit www.EEOC.gov.

To review the Saputo Cheese USA Inc. and Saputo Dairy Foods USA LLC Privacy Notice for California applicants, please visit our Corporate website associated section by clicking here (English) or here (Spanish).

Accessibility

Accessibility Saputo Cheese USA Inc. endeavors to make Saputo.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Human Resources at 214-863-2300 or email [e-mail]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

Making Good Food Is Our Passion, and we do it responsibly. Our caring teams process about 10 billion litres of milk annually into a diversified range of dairy and dairy alternative products sold in over 50 countries.

With 54 manufacturing facilities and over 18,100 employees, we operate our leading business in Canada, the USA, Australia, and the United Kingdom. All dairy processors have access to the same raw material and equipment; what distinguishes us is our can‑do spirit and our diverse, inclusive work culture that empowers employees to grow in their own way.

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