Production Team Member - 2nd 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.

The Production Team Member performs a variety of essential tasks to assist with production in a food manufacturing environment, including forming, flipping, and brining cheese, completing quality checks, and participating in the sanitation of production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of machinery and equipment used in the cheese‑making process to ensure smooth operation and efficient production.
• Work closely with other production associates and team members to ensure efficient workflow and meet production targets.
• Load and unload raw materials and cheese using food‑manufacturing equipment, including hoists and/or conveyor systems.
• Safely and efficiently move products and materials within the facility, following proper handling procedures and using electric pallet jacks, hand trucks, or other equipment.
• Ensure all equipment and materials are set up and readily available for production activities.
• Observe and monitor production lines to ensure the smooth flow of operations.
• Conduct regular quality checks and complete quality documentation to ensure compliance with specifications and standards.
• Ensure accurate labeling and adherence to Affinage guidelines.
• Clean and maintain equipment, tools, and work areas following proper sanitation and cleaning procedures to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to ERU food safety policies and all government food safety and sanitation regulations (e.g., FDA, HACCP, GMP, OSHA).
• Follow safety guidelines and comply with all safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Attend safety and department meetings and complete all required training in a timely manner.
• Identify and report potential safety hazards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a cheese‑making or food manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely operate electric pallet jacks.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality products.
• Physical stamina to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects and standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to change.
• Ability to work overtime or extend shifts as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Constant use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects and controls.
• Occasionally required to carry up to 40 pounds.
• Occasionally required to climb.
• Constantly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally push or pull with a maximum force of 40 pounds.
• Constantly reach.
• Constantly required to stand.
• Frequently required to walk, bend, twist, and squat.
• Constantly required to talk and hear.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus (with or without correction).
• Physical requirements are representative and not exhaustive; reasonable accommodations may be made.

Work Environment

• Constant exposure to a moderate level of noise that may make it difficult to concentrate.
• Constant exposure to wet, humid, slippery, and cold conditions.
• Occasional exposure to food‑grade chemicals required for proper sanitation.
• Frequent exposure to odors and air particulates related to the cheese‑making and aging process.

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