About the role
Description
$19.50/hour | 4-Day Workweek | Wednesday & Weekends Off
Love working with your hands and being part of a team that takes pride in producing quality Wisconsin cheese? Join
Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery
in Menomonie and build a career with a company known for award-winning cheese, long-tenured employees, and a strong commitment to its people.
Why Join Our Team? $19.50 per hour starting pay 4-day workweek: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 10-hour shifts: 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM Every Wednesday and weekend off Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off Company-paid life insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Training and cross-training opportunities Opportunities to learn new skills and advance your career Work with a team that takes pride in making high-quality Wisconsin cheese Schedule 2nd Shift: 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday Days Off: Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday Overtime may be available or required based on production needs, including occasional Saturdays. Position Summary As a Packaging Team Member, you'll help turn our award-winning cheese into products ready for customers across the country. Your day will include:
Duties and Responsibilities
Setting up, operating and cleaning packaging equipment
Cutting bulk cheese blocks weighing up to 50 pounds
Checking product weight, packaging and seal quality
Verifying labels and packaging match customer orders
Keeping production running efficiently and meeting quality standards
Completing required production and quality documentation
Following food safety, sanitation and GMP requirements
Keeping your work area clean, organized and safe
Working with teammates and other departments to meet production goals
Requirements
What We're Looking For
You don't need previous cheese or food manufacturing experience - we'll provide training. We're looking for people who are dependable, willing to learn and take pride in doing quality work.
Required
Must be 18 years of age or older High school diploma or equivalent Reliable attendance and dependability Ability to read, write, speak and understand English Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Strong teamwork and communication skills Willingness to learn and grow Basic computer skills are helpful, but training is provided.
Physical Demands
Frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds
Stand and walk for up to 10 hours per shift
Perform repetitive motions throughout the workday
Work Environment
You'll work in a food manufacturing environment where food safety, cleanliness and teamwork are priorities. The position includes regular exposure to refrigerated areas and cleaning chemicals. All team members are trained on required safety, sanitation and food safety procedures.
Pre-Employment Requirements Drug and alcohol screening General background check
About Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery
At Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery, our team members are more than employees - you're 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 Menomonie, Wisconsin production facility manufacturers several varieties of small-batch artisan cheese, including our award-winning Red Rind Muenster, Wisconsin Brick and Hot Pepper Jack.
Committed to our Team, Craft & Community, Since 1910.
Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.