Production Support – Fresh Cheese – 2nd Shift

Production Support – Fresh Cheese – 2nd Shift

Under direction of the Creamery Supervisor and other Fresh Cheese leadership staff, the Fresh Cheese Production Worker is responsible for processing cheese, operating machines, packing, boxing, and cleaning. Duties include performing one or more packaging functions such as boxing, running filling line and cranking, while following company GMPs, Safety, and Quality programs.

Location: Websterville, VT

Hours: 2nd Shift 1pm-9:30 pm; M-F

Wage: $20.60 per hour + $1.15 shift differential

Required Qualifications & Experiences:

• 18 years or older
• 6+ months of manufacturing experience
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences:

• 1+ years of continuous prior experience in any industry
• Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
• Able to troubleshoot mechanical problems
• Communicates work order progress to supervisor and production operators
• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
• Knowledge of various pieces of high-tech manufacturing processing and packaging equipment. Examples include but not limited to baggers, palletizers and cookers.
• Able to follow manufacturer's specifications and directions
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Work in cold and/or hot temperatures throughout the day
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present
• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime