PRIMARY SHIFT SCHEDULE: M-F, 1st shift, OT as needed
Lake Country Dairy is an award winning Hard Italian Cheese manufacturing plant. We are proud to be a part of Wisconsin’s strong tradition of cheese making and our goal is to make the best cheese in the world. We are seeking a person to join our Soft Cheese Packaging team! This team packages our Mascarpone and vegan cream cheese product lines. Mascarpone is a delicious and creamy Italian Cream Cheese that is produced in 1 & 5 lb cups, and 20 & 30 lb bags. Our vegan cheese is new and growing! We have multiple flavors of this high quality plant based cream cheese.
Responsibilities:
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Understand packaging goals and priorities and work with the team to achieve targets daily through:
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Active presence on the floor
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Driving work pace, continuous productivity and efficiency
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Ensuring work station rotation is followed and shifting labor as needed to complete needed work tasks
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Ensuring smooth and efficient start up and change-overs
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Ensure the following activities are completed and done correctly:
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Work area set up and materials
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Hourly metal detector checks
- Break rotation for pack line and hot racking employees
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End of day activities for inspection and supplies
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Paperwork completion
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Lab sampling
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General completion of all packaging tasks
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Verify product specifications are accurate during start up and changeovers.
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Verify end of the day paperwork, ensure data is accurate and paperwork is fully completed. Make any necessary corrections before final submission.
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Ensure work areas are clean, organized and sanitary throughout the shift.
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Work with team to ensure all proper policies and procedures are followed and adhered to; addressing any deviations in the moment with direct feedback and/or supervisor involvement.
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Serve as a go to person for the team and respond to questions and concerns
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Maintain shelf life storage with product additions and removal of expired items.
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Assist with new hire training and monitoring of training progress; work to give each new hire a positive introductory experience, clear expectations, and connections with the team.
Why work for us?
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Competitive wages and great benefits
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Overtime opportunities available
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Opportunities for cross training, growth and advancement
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance in just 30 days
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Employer HSA contribution
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Company paid life insurance
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Company paid short and long term disability insurance
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Paid parental leave
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Generous vacation and sick time off benefits
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Retirement plan with company contribution
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Great discount on cheese!
Education, Qualities and Skills Requirements:
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High School Diploma or GED
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Ability to operate a forklift and electric pallet jack
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Dependable with a strong work ethic
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Good communication and interpersonal skills,
- Organized with ability to prioritize effectively
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Assertive and able to effectively correct someone in the moment
- Approachable with strong follow up and follow through
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Basic math and computer skills
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Able to multi-task
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
Work environment is cold (34-37 degrees) with some areas having wind flow due to fans. Work is physical and fast paced. Must be able to continuously stand and grasp for an 8-12 hour shift. Lifting requirements range from 1-30 lbs. on a consistent basis, with occasional lifting up to 50 lbs. Lifting occurs from floor level to overhead. Must be able to squat, bend, twist, push, pull and reach.
Lake Country Dairy . 458 Western Boulevard . Turtle Lake, WI 54889
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and drug free workplace
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