Experienced Machine Operator at Mullins Cheese Inc – Plover, Wisconsin

Description:
Mullins Cheese is seeking a self- motivated, team- oriented, eager to work individual to work in our Cheese Production. Mullins Cheese is based upon growth and advancement, and as a Mullins Cheese employee you have opportunities to grow and advance throughout the company. Mullins Cheese is a family owned and operated company and is collaborative with employees. Employees have a say in troubleshooting and process improvement within the company.

Essential Job Functions:
Monitor and control production machinery
Monitor and use “Clean in Place” procedures on product machinery and tools
Correctly take samples of product for lab testing
Maintain appropriate production records
Fill out proper documentation in accordance to customer specification and government agencies
Aid other employees to maintain a safe process and quality product
Follow Safety Procedures
Maintain clean work environment
Aid plant manager on the shift by following his/her directions
Operate within HACCP guidelines to assure safe, quality product
Other duties assigned by plant manager
Lifting 60 lbs. from the ground

Wage:
Starting wage of $23.50 (includes) $3 Shift premium
Higher starting wage based upon experience
$3.00 Shift Premium 6pm-6am. Monday-Friday. All Day Saturday
1.5x pay over 40 hours

Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
1 year minimum of machine operating experience
High School diploma

Preferred Qualifications:
Willing and Able to perform all job essential functions with or without accommodation
Willing and Able to be exposed to/perform all physical and environmental factors
Certifications: Forklift Certification
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience: 1-3 years in a food production position
Experience with Dryers, evaporators, vats, milk separators UF, MF, or RO systems
Experience in a food manufacturing facility

Benefits:
Being a family owned company, Mullins Cheese encourages the employees to have a work- life balance along with promoting health and wellness programs.
Mullins Cheese invests in these programs:
Employer paid medical clinic
Vacation pay
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee discount at the Mullins Cheese retail store
YMCA membership contributions for employees and family members
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Insurance, HSA, Vision Insurance, and Dental Insurance
401K Plan and Profit Sharing
Life AD&D, Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance