1st Shift Process Cheese Block Setup at Great Lakes Cheese in La Crosse, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Job Overview

The Process Cheese Block Set-up is responsible for set up for different types of orders.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide necessary materials for setup.
• Operate forklift to move materials to the proper location for setup.
• Manually move blocks of cheese to proper pallet for setup.
• Use non-cheese ingredients in proper rotation- First In First Out.
• Use hand held scanner to look up the oldest ingredient batches and scan ingredients to blend sheet.
• Record correct batch numbers on blend sheet if ingredients aren't scanned to the blend sheet.
• 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.
• Maintain neat and clean work area.
• Stock supplies for subsequent shift.
• Clean/organize coolers as necessary.
• Fill out all paperwork completely and correctly.
• 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.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practices.
• Ability to read and prepare production reports and comprehend production worksheets.
• Ability to attain a forklift certificate.
• Ability to use hand held scanner.
• Sap knowledge.

Preferred Education and Experience

NA

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 50 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