Production Associate - 2nd shift - Drying

About the role

As our Production Associate, you will assist in the manufacturing of the finished product, ensuring the right product is made from the right recipe to the right specification. 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist in mixing the correct batch of product.
• Grate and/or dry the product to the correct moisture and specifications.
• Clean equipment and surrounding areas.
• Operate flow meters, steam controls, grinder hammer mill, and dryer.
• Package finished product, including box making, lining, filling, closing, and palletizing.
• Inspect cheese products, packing, and boxes for damage; report deficiencies to proper parties.
• Complete all necessary cleaning and workplace sanitation requirements.
• Perform all tasks in a busy environment with limited supervision.
• Record production information in a tablet, computer, or by hand.
• Identify variations in the cheese manufacturing process, troubleshoot, and report to supervisor if unable to resolve.
• Attend all required company training.
• Support work in all areas as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience (food manufacturing preferred).
• Attention to detail.

Physical demands

This role requires regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, and lifting up to 60 pounds. Employees must be able to perform repetitive motions and safely operate equipment while following all safety and quality procedures.

Working environment

Work is performed in a food manufacturing facility with variable temperatures — cooler warehouse areas and warmer production zones. The environment includes exposure to moving equipment, moderate to loud noise levels, and required use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves, and hairnets.

Benefits

• Low employee contribution for medical, vision, and dental benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Maternity leave (20 weeks).
• Parental leave.
• Reward & recognition program.
• Volunteering opportunities.
• Long service awards.

Pay

$20.50 per hour plus a 10% shift differential, totaling $22.55 per hour.

Schedule

Monday through Thursday, 3:00 pm to 1:00 am, with overtime as necessary.