Licensed Cheesemaker

MOHR Talent; Bryant (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

On-site medical and fitness facilities

Paid parental leave

Health and wellness programs

Professional development and career-op

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

MOHR Talent is seeking a Licensed Cheesemaker / Production Team Lead to join their dairy manufacturing operation in the Brant, Wisconsin area. The role requires hands‑on cheesemaking experience and leadership of production teams on 12‑hour shifts with a starting pay of $30.25/hour plus shift differentials.

You will oversee daily cheesemaking and dairy production, operate processing equipment, and ensure food safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Hands-on cheesemaking, dairy processing, or dairy manufacturing experience.
• Strong knowledge of dairy production processes, equipment operation, and quality control.
• Ability to troubleshoot production equipment and resolve processing issues.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and manufacturing standards.
• Ability to train, mentor, and provide direction to other production associates.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and actively participate in daily cheesemaking and dairy production processes.
• Operate, monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot cheese processing and manufacturing equipment.
• Maintain production efficiency while ensuring consistent product quality.
• Perform quality checks, process monitoring, and required production testing.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, GMP, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide hands‑on leadership, training, and guidance to production associates.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment issues, process deviations, and production inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality assurance, and operations teams to resolve production challenges.
• Maintain accurate production records, documentation, and quality reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and productivity.

Skills

Cheesemaking

Dairy processing

Equipment troubleshooting

Quality control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automated dairy processing equipment

Job description

Licensed Cheesemaker / Production Team Lead – Multiple Shifts

Location: Brant, WI Area
Pay: $30.25/hour + Applicable Shift Differentials
Schedule: Multiple Shifts Available | 12-Hour Shifts
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

We are seeking experienced Licensed Cheesemakers / Production Team Leads to join a growing dairy manufacturing operation in the greater Brant, Wisconsin area.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established food manufacturing organization operating a brand-new, state-of-the-art production facility. We are hiring multiple individuals to support expanding production operations.

Ideal candidates will have hands-on cheesemaking experience, a strong understanding of dairy processing, and the ability to lead production activities while maintaining high standards for food safety, product quality, and operational efficiency.

Schedule & Compensation

Starting Pay: $30.25/hour

Shift Differentials: Additional premiums for qualifying shifts

12-hour production shifts

Select schedules offer 36 hours worked with pay equivalent to 40 hours

Weekend shift opportunities available

Temporary training schedules may be required during onboarding

Schedule flexibility needed as production continues to expand

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and actively participate in daily cheesemaking and dairy production processes.

Operate, monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot cheese processing and manufacturing equipment.

Maintain production efficiency while ensuring consistent product quality.

Perform quality checks, process monitoring, and required production testing.

Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, GMP, and regulatory requirements.

Provide hands‑on leadership, training, and guidance to production associates.

Identify and troubleshoot equipment issues, process deviations, and production inefficiencies.

Collaborate with maintenance, quality assurance, and operations teams to resolve production challenges.

Maintain accurate production records, documentation, and quality reports.

Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and productivity.

Qualifications

Required:

Hands‑on experience in cheesemaking, dairy processing, or dairy manufacturing.

Strong knowledge of dairy production processes, equipment operation, and quality control.

Ability to troubleshoot production equipment and resolve processing issues.

Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and manufacturing standards.

Ability to train, mentor, and provide direction to other production associates.

Strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.

Ability to work 12‑hour shifts and accommodate production scheduling needs.

High school diploma or GED.

Preferred:

3+ years of dairy manufacturing or cheesemaking experience.

Previous experience as a Lead Cheesemaker, Production Lead, or Team Lead.

Experience with automated dairy processing equipment.

Background in continuous improvement, process optimization, or manufacturing leadership.

Associate degree or technical training.

Competitive hourly compensation and applicable shift premiums

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

On‑site medical and fitness facilities

Paid parental leave

Health and wellness programs

Professional development and advancement opportunities

Modern, state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility

Opportunities for long‑term career growth

MOHR Talent is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been discriminated against or have concerns about our compliance, please contact our Human Resources department at [e-mail]

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Job Summary

Published: 11/2/2026

Type: Direct Hire

Location: Brant, Wisconsin

Category: Production

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