Job Description

Job Type:

RegularOur Cheese Packaging Operator is the final stage in the Agropur cheese production process. This position is responsible for bagging the cheese product, ensuring that it meets standard production requirements, and sealing the package.

People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

We believe that teamwork—collaborating and sharing perspectives—is essential to achieving the best results.

An environment where collaboration is encouraged and valued:

• Starting rate $21.94/HR

• Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00

• 2,2,3 | 5AM - 5PM

• Double time pay on Sunday

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions

• PTO starting Day 1

• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

• Advancement Opportunities

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Discounts

• Uniform Program + Shoe Allowance

Your key responsibilities:

• Places packing materials in/on equipment to catch cheese dispense.

• Monitors machinery controls and packaging output.

• Weighs cheese product for proper specifications and seals the package.

• Follows work instructions set forth by Standard Operation Procedures and Master Sanitation schedules.

• Operates packaging machinery in a safe and efficient manner.

• Inspects product packaging and casing, ensuring that each product is passable for quality assurance.

• Provides samples of product for quality lab testing.

• Maintains a clean work place that is free of safety hazards.

• Cleans work stations and equipment during sanitation cycles.

• Uses proper personal protective equipment at all times.

• Understands and obeys all Good Manufacturing Practices.

• Computer literate.

• Able to properly document information legibly onto the production and master sanitation log sheets.

• Ability to read, understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures and Master Sanitation schedules.

• Knowledge of FDA and HAACP.

• Attentive to detail and can multitask effectively.

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

• Must be able to communicate and document work.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Proficient spelling, grammar and written communication skills.

• Excellent teamwork skills.

• Safety Protocol

• Stop any observed unsafe acts, and obey facility safety rules and procedures.

• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.

• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

The individual who will own this role:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Good English speaking and writing

A role for those who know that the best results are built through teamwork.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.