2nd Shift Grinder Operator at Great Lakes Cheese in La Crosse, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Job Overview

The Grinder is responsible for maintaining the proper blend of cheese product.

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Production Supervisor(s) on production order add-ons, product change over's and tie outs.
• Read blend sheets and follow instructions that may be given on the blend sheets to standardize blender.
• Ability to properly scan ingredients to in process or blend sheet.
• Record correct batch numbers on blend sheet if ingredients are not scanned to the blend sheet.
• Follow production order for groups.
• Assure sample cups are near blenders.
• Scrape any mold found on cheese and deposit mold in detained product tubs.
• Weigh and record fish bait on fish bait recording sheets.
• Use non-cheese ingredients in proper rotation- First In First Out.
• Ability to use hand held to look up the oldest ingredient batches.
• Ability to use the inventory report (LX02) to look up oldest ingredient batches or handheld.
• Label any unused ingredient with its description and or batch (if needed) and return to proper storage (cooler or dry ingredient) when done with the ingredient.
• Collect blender samples for Lab/Quality Assurance analysis.
• The sample includes: fat sample, blender moisture sample and any additional samples that may be required by the lab.
• Keep work area neat and dispose of empty powder bags, cardboard, plastic, and any work debris.
• Clean-up powder spills by blenders and powder room.
• Keep floor swept around grinders.
• Verify group sheets for accuracy of cheese scanned to group to assure an accurate inventory.
• Assure that all necessary ingredients are ready and on hand for use.
• Unplug grinder when plugged.
• Assist with the training of new employees when requested by Supervisor.
• Complete all paperwork completely and correctly.
• Sanitize lines at start up.
• Inspect grinder screen in the beginning of each shift.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce and promote our products and services in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to operate hand held computer, personal computer and computer screen control panels.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and management.
• Good Mathematical skills.
• Good communication skills: verbal and written.
• Ability to use hand held scanners
• Basic computer & SAP skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Ability to operate powder control systems.
• Ability to operate various Powdered Industrial Trucks

Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.

• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.

• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.

• Product weight: up to 100 lbs

• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.

• Use of motor skills to safely drive tow motors or other motorized vehicles in tight quarters.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

Nearest Major Market: La Crosse
Nearest Secondary Market: Winona