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!

Position: Production General Laborer

Type: Union, Non-Exempt/Hourly

Supervises: None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Operate forklift efficiently and in a safe manner.

· Properly record production data as needed.

· Load/unload trucks as needed.

· Perform minor maintenance of equipment.

· Properly operate the scan gun in working with products.

· Ability to lift 50+ lbs. repetitively.

· Stand for up to 8 hours per shift.

Cheese production only:

· Accurately set up and run the curd line.

· Fill 25 lb. to 50 lb. curd boxes. Proceed to stack these boxes on a pallet.

· Understand the set up and clean-up operation of the barrel line.

· Make barrels and boxes for the sale of products.

· Fill and cap 500 lb. barrels. Proceed to arrange barrels on pallets.

Whey production only:

· Assist dryer operators in the shut down and cleaning operations.

· Fill, bag, and stack whey products on a pallet.

· Accurately and efficiently prepare loads for shipping as per the Bill of Lading.

· When assigned, assist pan operator in cleaning of the evaporators.

Wage:

· Full Time - $27.07/hr + benefits/paid time off!

· Increase to minimum of $29.07/hr+ after 6 months!

· Overtime paid after 8 hours on a shift.

· Additional bonus pay for overnight and Sunday shifts

Schedule:

· 2nd and 3rd shift - primary needs!

· Minimum 2 weekends required per month

· Full Time = Guaranteed 40 hours per week, plus opportunity for overtime!

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

Ability to read and follow directions. 

Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

Computer knowledge is a plus, but we will train as needed. 

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

Must pass forklift operations training. 

Physical Demands

Ability to lift 50+ lbs. repetitively.

Ability to push 500lb. barrels of cheese on a track. 

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.

Whey dust in area. 

Work with chemicals for cleaning purposes. 

Atmosphere may be moist, hot, and is dependent on weather.