Production General Labor (Full-Time)
About The Position
The Production General Laborer is responsible for working where assigned in either the cheese department or the whey department. This position is responsible for accurately filling and securing cheese/whey products to ship to customers. This position must interact well with all other departments of the cooperative and be willing to learn and assist in other areas as needed. Ellsworth Creamery is committed to the success of its team members, fostering a culture that has contributed to the longevity of its staff. Join our Team as we work with our cooperative of local farmers to create award-winning cheese!
Requirements
- Reliable attendance and on-time arrival are required.
- Ability to read and follow directions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must pass forklift operations training.
- Must be 18 years of age as required by policy.
Nice To Haves
- Eagerness and willingness to learn and work in the dairy industry.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Basic computer knowledge preferred.
- Experience in Warehouse or Manufacturing environment desired
Responsibilities
- Work on the Production line, with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and meeting daily output goals!
- Monitor product quality (freshness, texture, appearance) while ensuring barrels/boxes are being properly sealed and labeled.
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards while keeping your work station clean.
- Operate forklift efficiently and in a safe manner.
- Properly record production data as needed
- Load/unload trucks as needed.
- Perform minor maintenance of equipment.
- Properly operate the scan gun in working with products.
- Cheese production: Make barrels and boxes for the sale of products. Fill and cap 500 lb. barrels. Proceed to arrange barrels on pallets. Understand the set up and clean-up operation of the barrel line. Assist in the set up and cleanup operation of curd room. Fill 25 lb. to 50 lb. curd boxes. Proceed to stack these boxes on a pallet.
- Whey production: Fill, bag, and stack whey products on a pallet.
- Accurately and efficiently prepare loads for shipping as per the Bill of Lading.
- Assist dryer operators in the shut down and cleaning operations.
- When assigned, assist pan operator in cleaning of the evaporators.
Benefits
- PTO - 80 hours in the first year of service!
- Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision
- Supplemental Insurances: Accidental, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
- 401k & Pension
- Company provided benefits: STD, LTD, Life Insurances
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
