Line Operator - SECOND Shift

La Vaquita Cheese; Monroe (WI); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

La Vaquita Cheese is seeking a self-motivated second shift production operator to join our dairy manufacturing facility in Wisconsin. You will perform a variety of line duties including processing, machine operation, cleaning, setup, and packaging, ensuring products meet quality specifications.

Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, documenting quality checks, following GMP and safety rules, and communicating with supervisors to resolve production issues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing/production experience.
• Dairy or consumer goods industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production line equipment and processes.
• Perform cleaning, setup, and sanitation tasks.
• Complete quality checks and maintain accurate documentation.
• Troubleshoot basic to moderate operating issues and communicate with supervision.
• Follow GMP and safety regulations to ensure product quality and staff safety.

Skills

Plant operations

Computer systems

Operate equipment

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

* All candidates MUST have prior experience operating production equipment in a food processing facility - dairy preferred

This is a SECOND shift position

GENERAL PURPOSE

Demonstrate proficiency in more than one process and equipment to perform various operator roles in the plant production environment.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform a variety line duties within the manufacturing environment to include processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Palletizer, Blend/Filler/CIP/Mix/Packaging/Loader operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs
• Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line
• Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced
• Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks
• Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format
• Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
• Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
• Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP's
• Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 to 3 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry
• Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of plant operations
• Proficiency with company computer systems
• Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to perform task and duties under general supervision
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans

Pay Range

$19.00-$23.00/Hr.

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