Cheesemaker 3rd Shift

About the role

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.

Summary

Coordinate with milk intake to set up the production schedule, weigh ingredients and cultures for the cheese recipe being produced, and facilitate quality and sanitation testing on cheese vats throughout the cheesemaking process. This cheesemaker will flex between all shifts to cover vacations, leaves and absences and will float in whey operations and CIP when not needed for cheesemaking.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor cheese vats and oversee 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.
• Clean and sanitize the cheese vats, surrounding areas, and equipment.
• Measure and weigh ingredients and cultures for the cheese recipes.
• Assist the Quality Assurance Department in testing equipment and environmental samples.
• Document cheesemaking processes, including 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 completed daily, weekly, or monthly.
• May be required to work overtime, including occasional weekend work.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Report any 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).

Qualifications

• Wisconsin Cheesemakers License (see Wisconsin Cheesemakers Licensing requirements).
• Process‑flow knowledge of cheesemaking, preparation, 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.
• No travel required.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Physical Requirements

The Cheesemaker may have to spend up to 8 hours standing, bending, twisting, turning, and using arms and hands for reaching, throwing, handling, and manipulating objects. Lifting items weighing up to 70 pounds (may utilize buddy lift) is required, as is climbing ladders, scaffolds, or other climbing devices. The role requires good vision (natural or corrected) and exposure to moderate, constant noise. Plant conditions are wet and humid with occasionally slippery floors. The employee must work with food‑grade chemicals for daily sanitation, possess excellent observational skills and hand‑eye coordination, and may perform occasional work in the Quality Lab. Reasonable accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short‑term/Long‑term Disability
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance