Production Operator (Days)

Saputo, Inc.; Town of Black Creek (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Saputo Cheese USA Inc. in Black Creek, WI is seeking a Production Operator to work across cheese making, warehousing, sanitation, and intake/start areas for break coverage.

You will operate pasteurizers and cheese-making equipment, assist warehouse with forklift movement, and maintain sanitation and SOP compliance. Requires at least 1 year of manufacturing experience in dairy, strong teamwork and communication, ability to write routine reports, and basic math to verify machine operation.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of manufacturing production experience, preferably in food or dairy.
• Demonstrate initiative and strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrate safe and quality conscious work habits.
• Can write routine reports and correspondence.
• Math skills to add, subtract, multiply and divide to ensure machines operate correctly.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor equipment that supports the cheese making operations.
• Support warehouse operations with moving product and packages via forklift
• Maintain sanitation procedures and SOPs
• Visually inspect product as it is received, processed, and packaged for any defects or issues
• Record and interpret data to make informed decisions that optimize cheese making operations and storage
• Communicate with other Operators, leaders, and other departments as needed to ensure operations run smoothly

Skills

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Safety mindset

Math skills

Documentation

Tools

Forklift

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?The Production Operator will work in multiple positions at our Black Creek cheese plant. The person in this role covers equipment operations, warehousing, sanitation, and the intake and starter areas for break and vacation coverage.Hours: 6am - 6pmHow You Will Make Contributions That Matter....Operate and monitor equipment that supports the cheese making operations. This includes pasteurizers and cheese making (HCV, EFV, Towers, Boxer)Support warehouse operations with moving product and packages via forkliftMaintain sanitation procedures and SOPsVisually inspect product as it is received, processed, and packaged for any defects or issuesRecord and interpret data to make informed decisions that optimize cheese making operations and storageCommunicate with other Operators, leaders, and other departments as needed to ensure operations run smoothlyYou Are Best Suited For The Role If You….Have least 1 year of manufacturing production experience, preferably in food or dairy manufacturingDemonstrate initiative and strong interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrate safe and quality conscious work habitsCan write routine reports and correspondenceHave math skills that include ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide to ensure machines are operating correctlyWe Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…Development opportunities that enhance their career fulfillmentMeaningful compensation & benefits that help them care for their familiesOpportunities to contribute to the community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo productsHave least 1 year of manufacturing production experience, preferably in food or dairy manufacturingDemonstrate initiative and strong interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrate safe and quality conscious work habitsCan write routine reports and correspondenceHave math skills that include ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide to ensure machines are operating correctlyIn 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.AccessibilitySaputo 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.EEOSaputo Cheese USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. 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.California Applicant Privacy Notice (CCPA)To review the Saputo Cheese USA Inc. Privacy Notice for California applicants, please visit our Corporate website associated section by clicking here (English) or here (Spanish).