Production Associate - 1st shift

Ornua Co-operative Limited • Byron, MN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As our Production/Sanitation Associate, you will have the opportunity to take ownership of the production of our cheese manufacturing operations. In this hands-on position you will be directly influencing in maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety and operational efficiency. Your contributions will strengthen our operations, support our culture of continuous improvement, and help Ornua deliver high-quality products enjoyed by consumers around the world.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to communicate in English
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Authorization to work in the US

Nice To Haves

• Solid work history is a must
• Prior food manufacturing experience preferred but not required
• Knowledge of GMPs (Good Manufacturing Process)
• Basic math skills

Responsibilities

• Open barrels, block, or bags of cheese and other ingredients
• Weigh the ingredients to the specified amount per individual batch sheets
• Use knives and wires to cut and trim the ingredients to the correct weights
• Transfer ingredients from the scale to the pick-up tables
• Heavy lifting and the ability to load cheese into grinders is required
• Palletize finished product at the end of the packaging line
• Any other duties as requested or assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Quarterly bonus scheme for production
• Low employee contribution for Medical, Vision and Dental benefits cover
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Maternity Leave (20 weeks)
• Parental Leave
• Reward & Recognition program
• Volunteering opportunities
• Long Service Awards
• Career progression opportunities
• Global mobility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED