Operations Technician

W&W Dairy Inc. located in Monroe, WI is hiring a production worker.  W&W Dairy is a demanding, fast paced cheese processing facility.

The person hired for this position will be trained to perform all of the different jobs in our Production Department. Job assignments will include operating a variety cheese packaging and processing equipment.

 

Multiple Shifts Available - Some weekend work as needed 

 

We Offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• 401k
• Growth Opportunities
• AND MUCH MORE!!

• Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform a variety of line duties within the manufacturing environment to include processing, machine operator, and/or break relief operator jobs (e.g., Receiver, Palletizer, Blend/Filler/CIP/Mix/Packaging/Loader operators). This may include troubleshooting and performing minor maintenance repairs
  • Clean, set-up, operate, and monitor equipment on the production line
  • Ensure that the proper materials are used for each product being produced
  • Complete all required documentation and scheduled quality checks
  • Review charts, screens, quality check sheets, and specifications that are in both hard copy and electronic format
  • Perform cleaning and sanitation tasks as required to maintain plant equipment; complete cleaning checklist once line has completed run
  • Prepare equipment for next run to include size changes as needed
  • Troubleshoot and resolve basic to moderate operating difficulties
  • Maintain communication with other departments, supervisor, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
  • Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format and completed with required information. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s
  • Review process data and equipment performance data to improve quality, throughput, and troubleshoot
  • Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements
  • Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
  • The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 to 3 years of manufacturing/production experience, preferably in the dairy or consumer goods industry
• Certification and/or License – may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of plant operations
• Proficiency with company computer systems
• Able to operate production equipment, components, and peripheral accessories
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
• Able to take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems
• Able to perform task and duties under general supervision
• Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Bilingual preferred but, not required

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans