Cheesemaker 2nd Shift

About Us

At Emmi Roth, we’re passionate about creating exceptional cheeses. As a leader in the specialty cheese industry, we blend traditional craftsmanship with innovation. Our commitment to local sourcing and quality makes us a trusted brand in the food industry. Joining Emmi Roth means becoming part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and a shared dedication to excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the finest cheeses in the world while contributing to a company that prides itself on both heritage and progress.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring cheese vats and overseeing the cheesemaking process
• Set up flow times and vat piece count for daily production
• Coordinate and communicate with other departments regarding quality and production issues
• Cleaning and sanitizing the cheese vats and surrounding areas and equipment
• Measuring and weighing ingredients and cultures for the cheese recipes
• Assist the Quality Assurance Department in testing equipment and environmental documentation
• Documentation of cheesemaking process, e.g., Clean In Place (CIP) procedures, Quality checklists, and testing results
• Utilize the JD Edwards system for inventory management and completion of work orders
• Attend staff and department meetings
• Ensure checklists are being completed daily, weekly, or monthly
• May be required to work overtime if deemed necessary with occasional weekend work
• Performs all other duties as assigned
• Report any and all injuries to your supervisor or manager at the time of injury
• Complete all required training in a timely manner
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations (e.g., FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA)

Requirements

• Wisconsin Cheesemakers License (see the Wisconsin Cheesemakers Licensing requirements)
• Process flow knowledge of cheesemaking, prep, and packaging
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers
• Ability to complete calculations using fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Knowledge of the metric system
• Basic computer skills including e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheets
• Experience with JD Edwards software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with automated equipment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize under pressure
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• History of good attendance
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented nature
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.

• Spend up to 8 hours standing, bending, twisting, turning, using arms and hands for reaching, throwing, handling, and manipulating objects
• Lift items weighing up to 70 pounds (may utilize buddy lift)
• Climb up and down ladders, scaffolds, and other climbing devices
• Be able to see naturally or with correction to safely perform designated tasks
• Exposure to a moderate level of constant noise that may make it difficult to concentrate
• Work in wet and humid conditions with occasionally slippery floors
• Work with food-grade chemicals required for proper daily sanitation of all equipment
• Excellent observational skills and hand-eye coordination to complete required tasks
• Occasional work in the Quality Lab

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-term/Long-term disability
• Volunteer time off (VTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet insurance