PACKAGING ASSOCIATE - Full Time opportunity for 2nd shift + $500 Stay Bonus!*

Join the always-growing family at Ellsworth Creamery as we work with our cooperative of local farmers to create award-winning cheese! Committed to our Team, Craft & Community, Since 1910

ABOUT ELLSWORTH CREAMERY: At Ellsworth Creamery, our team members are more than employees; you are like family and we want you to succeed. This culture has contributed to the longevity of our staff, whose careers at Ellsworth Creamery span 10, 20 and even 50 years! Our Ellsworth, Wisconsin facility specializes solely in the production of our world-famous All Natural White Cheddar Cheese Curds, both natural and flavored, our All Natural Cheddar Cheese Curd Crumbles and sweet whey powder.

Benefits Package:

• Full Time employees are eligible for benefits on the 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment.
• Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital insurances available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other free resources.
• 401k match, Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay!

General Description: The Packaging Associate is responsible for the efficient operation of the light packaging and curd room lines while accurately filling and securing our products to ship to customers. This position must practice safety in all aspects of the job. Additionally, this position must interact well with all other departments and be willing to learn and assist in other areas as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

· Maintain the duties of the department as per packaging supervisor’s instructions.

· Inspect package and seal of product in correct packaging.

· Assure proper labeling per order as set by the supervisor.

· Stack finished product within the proper boxes on a pallet.

· Understand the cleanup operation of the packaging department.

· Season cheese curds while following flavor profiles provided by the supervisor.

· Inspect weight and seal retail packages of cheese.

· Properly record production data.

· Maintain a sanitary workspace according to the company’s Good Manufacturing Practices.

· Follow all current company policies and procedures.

· All other duties as assigned.

Required (Basic) Education / Experience/ Competencies and Other Skills:

Must be punctual, dependable, and responsible.

Ability to read and follow directions.

Written and verbal communication skills.

Computer knowledge preferred.

High school diploma, equivalent, or eagerness to learn and work in the dairy industry.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift 50+ lbs. repetitively.

Stand for up to 8 hours per shift.

Pass a drug & alcohol screen as well as a general background check.

Work Environment:

Food plant environment. Must adhere to all food and plant safety policies and regulations.

Work with chemicals for cleaning purposes.

Wage:

Full Time $16.00-$19.00/hr + benefits!

60 Day Stay Bonus of $500

Schedule:

3:00pm - 1:00am, Monday through Thursday (four-10's)

No Weekends or Holidays!

Must be 18 years of age.

*Stay Bonus awarded after 60 days of successful employment and paid through regular payroll.

ABOUT ELLSWORTH COOPERATIVE CREAMERY: At Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, our team members are more than employees; you are like family and we want you to succeed. This culture has contributed to the longevity of our staff, whose careers at Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery span 10, 20 and even 50 years! Our Ellsworth, Wisconsin facility specializes solely in the production of our world-famous All-Natural White Cheddar Cheese Curds, both natural and flavored, our All-Natural Cheddar Cheese Curd Crumbles and sweet whey powder.