Retail Shipping Clerk (Seasonal)

Ellsworth-Creamery; East Ellsworth (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery in Wisconsin is hiring a Retail Shipping Clerk for part-time, seasonal work through December 2026. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour, with a schedule of 8:00am–4:00pm, Monday through Friday, and overtime on weekends as needed.

You will assist with daily shipping and retail operations, take phone and online orders, fulfill shipments, manage inventory, and help with in-store duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Take phone and online orders and provide excellent customer service.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders accurately and safely.
• Unload deliveries and organize incoming products.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workspace.
• Follow food safety and plant safety policies.
• Support retail activities such as stocking and cheese trays.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Basic computer skills

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Starting Pay: $17.00/hour

Status: Part Time/Seasonal (up to 40 hours per week, now through end December 2026)

Schedule: 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday thru Friday, OT on weekends as needed.

Love working with people, great food, and a team that takes pride in what they do? Join Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery and help create memorable gift boxes that showcase our delicious Wisconsin cheese and dairy products during the Holidays.

Position Summary

The Retail Shipping Clerk assists with daily shipping and retail operations, including taking phone and online orders, fulfilling orders, preparing shipments, and maintaining inventory. This position may also assist with retail store duties as needed.

What You'll Do

• Take phone and online orders and provide excellent customer service.
• Pick, pack, and ship orders accurately and safely.
• Prepare purchase orders and invoices as needed.
• Unload deliveries and organize incoming products.
• Track and replenish shipping and packaging supplies.
• Assist with inventory and production records.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary workspace.
• Follow company, food safety, GMP, and plant safety policies.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and other departments.
• Support retail activities such as bagging curds, making cheese trays, stocking coolers, and cleaning as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Dependable, punctual, organized, and responsible.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good written, verbal, and customer service skills.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Able to follow directions and solve problems.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; willingness to learn is valued.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Lift 50+ lbs. repeatedly.
• Stand for up to 8 hours and regularly bend, twist, reach, push, and pull.
• Work in food production, retail, and shipping areas with varying temperatures.
• Work with cleaning chemicals while following safety procedures.
• Must pass a drug and alcohol screen and general background check.

About Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery

At Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, our team members are more than employees - you're family, and we want you to succeed. Our culture has contributed to the longevity of our team, with careers spanning 10, 20, and even 50 years. Our Ellsworth, Wisconsin facility specializes in producing our world-famous Cheese Curds, including natural and flavored varieties, as well as Cheese Curd Crumbles and sweet whey powder.

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

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.