Licensed Cheesemaker: 4-Day Week, $27+/hr + Benefits

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc.; Menomonie, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program and well­-

Job summary

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc. in Menomonie, Wisconsin is seeking a Licensed Cheesemaker to operate cheese production and related processes, upholding safety, quality, and efficiency within a collaborative team environment.

Starting pay is $27.00 per hour with a 4-day workweek and a $2.00 shift differential for eligible hours, plus a full benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off and life insurance, plus training and

Qualifications

• Current Wisconsin Cheesemaker License required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; relevant dairy or food manufacturing experience considered.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, formulas, and procedures.
• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write English sufficiently to safely perform job duties and complete required documentation.
• Strong communication and attention-to-detail skills.
• Basic computer skills preferred; training provided.
• Commitment to food safety, workplace safety, sanitation, and quality.
• Dependable, punctual, and responsible.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a current Wisconsin Cheesemaker License.
• Operate cheese vats, HTST, UF, whey, brining, pumps, and related production equipment.
• Follow cheesemaking formulas, ingredient requirements, and production procedures.
• Start, operate, monitor, shut down, and CIP production equipment.
• Accurately record and communicate production data.
• Monitor product quality and process conditions and make adjustments as needed.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with GMPs and food safety requirements.
• Follow USDA, FDA, HACCP, SQF, OSHA, and company requirements.
• Assist with training and mentoring employees on cheesemaking, safety, sanitation, and equipment operation.
• Communicate effectively with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Warehouse, and other departments.
• Promote a safe, efficient, and team-oriented workplace.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wisconsin Cheesemaker License

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc. in Menomonie, Wisconsin is seeking a Licensed Cheesemaker to operate cheese production and related processes, upholding safety, quality, and efficiency within a collaborative team environment.

Starting pay is $27.00 per hour with a 4-day workweek and a $2.00 shift differential for eligible hours, plus a full benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off and life insurance, plus training and