Cheddar Operator I

Job Type: Regular

About the role

We believe that teamwork—collaborating and sharing perspectives—is essential to achieving the best results. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

Responsibilities

• Set up area for daily production.
• Make boxes, fill, and drain according to specifications.
• Prepare boxes and place into vacuum chamber.
• Operate vacuum chambers and record information according to specifications.
• Pull boxes from vacuum chambers and hang on the rail for the specified time, then move to the seal line for final sealing.
• Prepare box cards for sealed boxes per make (recipe), and place box of cheese into the pre-cooler.
• Assist all Cheddar employees as needed.
• Clean-up entire 640 room after daily production and prepare supplies for the next day.
• Keep area clean and organized at all times.
• 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• No experience necessary; in-house training provided.
• Lift Truck License required: in-house training provided. (Not applicable for employees under age 18.)
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers and colleagues.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Basic computer operational skills; able to input and retrieve computerized information.
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, adapt to a changing environment quickly, and think independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Follow one- or two-step verbal instructions; read and follow written instructions; perform routine and repetitive tasks and carry out detailed but uncomplicated written or verbal instructions.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Pay

Starting rate: $24.73

Shift Differential: $1.50

Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00

Double time pay on Sunday

Schedule

3PM - 3AM

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
• PTO starting Day 1
• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Advancement Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Discounts
• Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance