Processing & Sanitation Team Member - 2nd Shift

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, Inc.; New London (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid life insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Forklift training

Cross-training opportunities

Job summary

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is seeking a dependable Processing & Sanitation Team Member for the 2nd shift at our New London facility. You will rotate through cheese processing, batching and sanitation, learning multiple production areas and adhering to safety and quality standards.

We provide training, opportunities for skill growth, and benefits. The role is full-time with weekends off and a starting wage of $21.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to learn and work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and rotate through key processing areas, including cheese batching and ingredient batching.
• Accurately weigh and prepare cheese and ingredients according to production formulas.
• Inspect raw cheese for quality and sanitation concerns and report issues.
• Move and organize cheese, ingredients and supplies as needed.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment after training.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and production areas.
• Follow GMPs and safety requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production goals.

Skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

General computer skills

Job description

Description

$21.50/hour Starting Wage | Monday - Friday | 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Looking for a hands-on job where you can learn new skills, work as part of a team, and play an important role in making quality Wisconsin cheese?

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery - New London is looking for a dependable Processing & Sanitation Team Member to join our 2nd shift team.

You’ll be trained to work across several areas of our cheese processing operation, including cheese and ingredient batching, barrel dumping, conveyor/track operations and sanitation. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, working with their hands, and being part of a team where safety, quality and teamwork matter.

Why Join Us?

• $21.50/hour starting wage
• Monday-Friday schedule
• 3:00 PM-11:00 PM
• Weekends off
• Full-time position
• Training provided - no prior cheese-making experience required
• Opportunities to learn multiple areas of production
• Forklift and equipment training provided
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for cross-training and career growth
• Join a team committed to producing high-quality Wisconsin cheese

What You'll Do

• Learn and rotate through key processing areas, including cheese batching, ingredient batching, barrel dumping and conveyor/track operations
• Accurately weigh and prepare cheese and ingredients according to production formulas
• Inspect raw cheese for quality and sanitation concerns and report issues to Quality Assurance
• Move and organize cheese, ingredients and supplies as needed
• Operate forklifts, hand trucks and other equipment after completing required training
• Clean and sanitize equipment and production areas according to established proceduresComplete required production and sanitation documentation
• Follow GMPs, food safety, quality and workplace safety requirements
• Maintain a clean, organized and sanitary work area
• Work as part of a team to meet daily production goals
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

You don't need to be an expert in cheese production—we'll train you. We're looking for someone who is dependable, willing to learn and takes pride in doing quality work.

You'll need:

• Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions in English
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with supervisors and team members
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to learn and work in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; eagerness to learn and work in the dairy industry is also valued
• Basic computer skills are helpful, but training is provided
• Ability to successfully complete forklift and equipment training

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on position. You should be comfortable with:

• Repetitively lifting and moving 50+ pounds
• Pushing approximately 500-pound barrels of cheese along a track
• Standing and walking for up to 8 hours per shift
• Bending, reaching, pushing and pulling throughout the shift
• Working around food production equipment and cleaning chemicals

Work Environment

You’ll work in a food manufacturing environment where safety, sanitation and food quality are priorities.

The work environment may be wet and warm, particularly during sanitation activities. Employees are expected to follow all food safety, sanitation and workplace safety procedures.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Drug and alcohol screening
• General background check

About Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery

At Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, our team members are more than employees—we’re family, and we want you to succeed.

Our commitment to our employees is reflected in the longevity of our team, with employees building careers here that span 10, 20 and even 50 years.

Our New London facility is part of a cooperative dairy organization with a long history of producing quality Wisconsin cheese. When you join our team, you’re helping create products that our customers and communities are proud to enjoy.

Committed to our Team, Craft & Community, Since 1910.

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is an Equal Opportunity Employer