Youth Apprenticeship Packager

Agropur Cooperative; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Agropur Cooperative is seeking a Cheese Packager I for a seasonal, fixed-term position. The role involves safely packaging cheese and rotating duties within the department to support production lines.

No prior experience is required as in-house training is provided; the candidate should have basic math, the ability to read procedures, and strong attention to detail. The team emphasizes GMP and safe work practices in a fast-paced dairy setting.

Qualifications

• Education required: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: No experience required; in-house training provided.
• Skills: Ability to read, understand, and adhere to documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, HACCP).

Responsibilities

• Maintain knowledge of the cheese production process and procedures.
• Ensure packaging uses correct bags, boxes, labels, dates, vat numbers, and information.
• Complete paperwork and pass to Production Supervisor promptly.
• Facilitate quality checks such as scale and metal detector tests.
• Support sanitation of packaging area and equipment; coordinate maintenance.
• Assist in cooler organization and upkeep.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Teamwork & communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Type: Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

The Cheese Packager I is responsible for packaging cheese products in a safe and efficient manner; ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and safe work practices.
Cheese Packagers rotate duties within the department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a general knowledge of the cheese production process and procedures.
• Ensure that all products are packaged in the proper bag, proper box, and proper label with the proper manufacturing date, vat number and any other necessary information.
• Ensure that all necessary paperwork is completed and passed on to the Production Supervisor properly and timely.
• Facilitate quality assurance tests such as scale checks and metal detector checks.
• Work with the packaging team to ensure proper sanitation of all packaging room equipment and conveyors.
• Work with the maintenance team to facilitate necessary preventative maintenance of packaging equipment.
• Assist in coordinating cooler organization and maintaining the cooler in good condition.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Safety Protocol Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

• Education Required: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience Required: No experience required; in-house training provided. Experience in a dairy or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Certification/Licensure Required: None.
• Skills Required: Ability to read, understand, and adhere to documents and procedures (GLP, SOP, SDS, GMP, test procedures, and HACCP).
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Ability to follow written, verbal and diagrammatic instructions; complete simple checklists and complete required documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Communicate well both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
• Decisions administered soundly and consistently with policies and in compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
• Demonstrate functional and technical knowledge, ability to learn new skills quickly, and achieve a high level of accomplishment.
• Ability to solve problems by adapting knowledge and experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.
• AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins.
• We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants.
• We will work with candidates who request accommodation.
• Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.

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