Bulk Cheese Packager

Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. • Luana, IA

55d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Wrap Laborer performs all or any cheese packaging tasks required to package cheese per company specifications and standards.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent skills by experience.
• Must be able to read, interpret and understand written and oral directions.
• Knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials and supplies.
• Must demonstrate basic math skills to calculate production yields, and understand weights and measures.
• Must be able to verbally communicate, understand, and write in the English language.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Understand and follow through to assure daily packaging schedule is completed in a cost effective manner.
• Remove cheese blocks from brine tanks and weigh.
• Using established packaging standards bag or box cheese and place in proper storage.
• Complete all jobs as assigned.
• Inspect all equipment to assure proper operation and safety.
• Follow operational procedures and complete required paperwork.
• Ensure sanitation, safety, GMP’s (Good Manufacturing Practices) and quality policies and procedures are followed.
• Ensure accurate counts and weights on production are recorded.
• Accountable for proper operation and maintenance of equipment, i.e. scale, printer, sealers, metal detector, etc.
• Report any non-compliant, defective, or sub-standard product immediately to supervisor.
• Assist with clean-up and sanitation responsibilities.
• Assist in any other areas of the manufacturing plant when necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees