Production Team Member - Wed/Thur & e/o Fri-Sun 6am-6pm

Organic Valley; Chaseburg (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven cooperative as a Production Team Member, where you'll play a vital role in the packaging of organic butter. This hands-on position involves ensuring cleanliness and safety in the production area while operating various machinery. You'll be part of a team that values health, sustainability, and the welfare of our planet. With a commitment to organic agriculture and family farmers, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that promotes your well-being and growth. If you're ready to make a difference in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401k matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Free biometric screenings

Annual Lifestyle Spending Account

Massage/chiropractic reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have sanitation experience in a food processing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for printing and packaging butter and sanitation of production areas.
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitizing of production equipment.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Basic understanding of machine operations

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Electric Forklift

Case/carton printers

Butter packer

Microfix machine

Job description

Production Team Member - Wed/Thur & e/o Fri-Sun 6am-6pm

Location – This is an onsite role that works at the Chaseburg Creamery in Chaseburg, WI. The shift/hours are 6am-6pm every Wednesday and Thursday and every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Employee Type – Hourly
Bonus Eligibility – No
Safety Sensitive – Yes

If a company is going to make a difference in today’s world, it’s going to have to think differently. At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals, and the earth. We’re a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we’ve been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning. Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we’re now an established leader. Organic is all we do. We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.

Summary of Role
The Production Team Member is responsible for the printing and packaging of butter as well as the sanitation of various production and storage areas. This includes using approved chemicals and the related delivery system to clean/sanitize production and non-production areas. This is a safety sensitive role. The Creamery is open 365 days a year including holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform daily assembly/disassembly, cleaning (CIP/COP), and sanitizing of production equipment.
• Assist in completing assigned daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly sanitation tasks.
• Safely use the chemical system to distribute and utilize accurate quantities of approved sanitation chemicals. This includes proper labeling/transportation of chemicals using designated containers.
• Trained on spill prevention, control and response.
• Complete all ATP test swabbing and document results for assigned areas.
• General housekeeping, cleaning, and sanitizing of various areas.
• Ensure equipment and areas are sanitary and fully operational prior to start of production.
• Follow label verification program to ensure packaging is correct prior to use.
• Operate case/carton printers, butter packer, case packer, bulk filler, microfix machine, and butter churn as assigned.
• Assist with palletizing, shrink-wrapping, and tagging pallets to prepare for shipping.
• Obtain certification, for regular use, on electric pallet jacks.
• Obtain certification on Electric Forklift and Stand up Forklift for occasional use.
• Operate cardboard compactor and make cardboard bales.
• Assist with the plant quality program including taking quality samples and use of quality testing equipment including operation of the X-ray detector and recording scale weights.
• Accurately complete paperwork and logbooks.
• Hand pack/tape cases, as needed.
• Follow and comply with appropriate federal and state regulations and CROPP Cooperative programs, policies, and best practices.
• Follow and comply with applicable good manufacturing, safety, and quality assurance policies and practices.
• Read and understand critical information and comply with related instructions, such as, but not limited to, chemical use and labels, Safety Data Sheets, Personal Protective Equipment, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Responsible for loading trucks and documentation for transportation.
• Receiving cream totes and proper hook-ups.
• Testing butterfat for the cream vats.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with general plant cleaning and/or property maintenance as needed.
• Assist at various production areas of the co-op when there is no production at the creamery.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic understanding of machine operations.
• Willingness to assist with troubleshooting issues.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Understanding of good manufacturing practices.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work weekends.
• Sanitation experience in a food processing environment preferred.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Handwriting must be neat and legible.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and duration of shift.
• Ability to read and interpret critical information and follow specific instructions.
• Ability to frequently lift/carry up to 60 pounds, occasionally lift (up to) 80 pounds with assistance, ability to push/pull up to 2,500 pounds using material handling equipment.
• Ability to occasionally bend, twist/turn, reach above shoulders, and climb throughout the shift as needed while using proper body mechanics.
• Manual dexterity to perform frequent wrist twisting and bending motions.
• Ability to safely work with hot liquids and required sanitation chemicals, including use of necessary PPE properly.

Base hourly wage range: $18.00 - $21.31 per hour
The typical hourly wage for a new hire is $18.00. This position also receives a $1.00 per hour shift premium on Saturdays and Sundays. This hourly wage range is exclusive of fringe benefits. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of discretionary bonuses. If you are hired at CROPP, your final base hourly wage compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, and/or experience. Additionally, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. Please keep in mind that entry-level candidates to this role should expect to be at the lower end of the hourly wage range and hiring at the maximum of the hourly wage range is not typical.

Benefits
We believe when our people are strong, our mission is strong. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive and holistic Total Rewards package meant to strengthen employees’ and their family's total wellbeing. Here are some of the great benefits offered:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance - Choice of plans for you and your family, including some that can be paired with an HSA (which CROPP contributes to on your behalf)
• Supplemental insurances: we offer accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Time Off – 136 hours in the 1st year of employment prorated by start date. Plus 9 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday to use at will.
• 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave – For all gendered partners in childbirth or adoption.
• Vision & Dental Insurance – Free annual eye exam, discounts on glasses/contacts, flexible dental network, adult ortho.
• 401k – We match 100% up to the first 3% of an employee’s contribution, and then 50% for 3.1%-5.0% of employee contributions.
• Free services at five local Neighborhood Family Clinics.
• Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $1,500 per year to support continuing higher education.
• Life Insurance - $50,000 policy funded by CROPP for each employee. Supplemental voluntary coverage available for employees, spouses, and children.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D Insurance - $50,000 of life insurance coverage of $50,000 of AD&D coverage funded by CROPP for each employee.
• Employee Assistance Program - Free and Confidential for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Free biometric screenings (cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure) and health coaching.
• Financial advisors and seminars
• Annual $360 Lifestyle Spending Account
• $65 monthly massage/chiropractic reimbursement