The Production Associate is responsible for many different job tasks involved in the day-to-day operation of the production department. Included in these responsibilities are: opening raw material cheese and ingredients; cutting cheese; feeding and/or adding cheese and ingredients; weighing cheese and ingredients and packing finished product. This position is also responsible for completing the sanitation process as defined for each area of production. Candidates applying for this position must recognize the physical demands.

The successful candidate is expected to be reliable, conscientious and a team player.

Schedule: Up to 40 hours a week (no guaranteed hours)

Please note this is a contract position (end date December 31, 2024).

Specific Accountability

• follow the Standard Operation Procedures

• adhere to all Good Manufacturing Practices

• follow guidelines established by company and O.H.S.A. to ensure safe operation of the machinery

• complete required documentation accurately and timely

• assist Machine Operator to ensure prompt start-ups

• monitor product, package appearance and package integrity at pack-off station

• monitor product quality within scope

• use of an electric pallet jack and/or walkie stacker.

• complete scheduled and assigned sanitation tasks

• assist co-workers when necessary

Requirements

• Must demonstrate a general knowledge of production operations specific to production and packaging lines.

• Rotate through all shifts: days, afternoons, and midnights, during the week and on the weekend .

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