At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

2nd Shift Hours: 12pm-8pm

Starting Wage: $27.23

Produce and mold a smooth, pliable and uniform piece of cheese that meets company and customer specifications.  Employees are responsible for understanding and complying with the Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety guidelines to ensure that quality food products are manufactured in a sanitary production environment and delivered with superior protection to our customers and consumers.Set up  cookers, extruders cutters, and all other necessary equipment for daily production of string.

Monitor and control cheese levels in the stuffer hoppers and extruder hoppers.

Extrude cheese to proper size, length and/or weight.

Read and follow manufacturing instructions to ensure proper extruding of each recipe or vat.

Monitor cheese for texture and body.  Record issues on cheese make log and report immediate issues to the Supervisor.

Complete Statistical Process Control documents for process controls on a timely manner.  This includes performing string weight checks at 15-minute intervals or as needed to insure adequate and consistent weight control.

Take samples to the lab for each vat.

Follow all operating procedures for filter checks and temperature control.

Operate the batch cooking system for our Process Recipes in an efficient and effective manner to maintain product quality and consistency.

Perform changeovers on all extruders in a timely manner to minimize downtime as needed.

Always follow safe working procedures including Lock Out/Tag Out and operation of all safety guards.

Always follow Good Manufacturing Practices to insure product protection.

Perform, CIP, COP or manual cleaning of mixers, extruders, cookers and related equipment.  Perform environmental cleaning of process area to ensure GMP standards are maintained.

Monitor string cheese brine tanks to ensure proper product flow.

Monitor cheese flow to Packaging to maintain packaging efficiencies according to the standards set by the make plan.

Assist Drain Table Operator in changing pipes over to new drain table.

Follow water conservation programs, keeping salt/brine and cream out of the floor drains to eliminate problems in waste treatment lagoons.

Maintain open communication with Packaging Department.

Other duties as may be assigned due to short-term, unforeseen manufacturing changes or needs.

                                        QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Taking initiative, persisting at tasks and maintaining a high energy level.
• Preparing clear, precise records.
• Analyzing impact of decisions before executing them.
• Working cooperatively with a variety of individuals.
• Controlling and/or adapting to interruptions, changes, disorder or repetition without losing efficiency or composure.
• Doing a thorough job on each task and completing assignments on time.
• Recognizing problems and enlisting outside assistance when necessary.
• Perform heavy physical work in terms of lifting (25-50#) with frequent climbing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching and handling.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Perform accurate calculations.
• Mechanically inclined.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:

• Bump Hats
• Steel Toed Safety Boots/Shoes
• Hearing Protection
• Gloves
• Apron
• Face Shield
• Goggles

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

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