Experienced Machine Operator

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 $22.50 (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

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 production position
• Experience with Dryers, evaporators, vats, UF, MF, or RO systems

Schedule Requirements

We have a variety of shifts available

• 1 week days (8am-4pm) / 1 week nights (2pm-10pm)
• Nights 4pm Start time
• Startup 2am Start time
• Full-time, 40 – 50 hours Per Week
• Saturdays are required
• Sundays and Holidays may be required

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