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3rd Shift Slurry Operator

La Crosse, WI, United StatesPosted Oct 23, 2026

Job description

Job Overview The Slurry Operator is responsible for maintaining the proper blend of dry/wet ingredients.

Job Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with supervisor/leads on order add-ons, product change over’s and tie outs.
  • Follow production orders.
  • Assure sample cups are near blenders.
  • Scrape mold off cheese and deposit mold in detained product tubs.
  • Use non-cheese ingredients in proper rotation- First In First Out.
  • Ability to use the inventory report (LX02) to look up oldest ingredient batches or handheld.
  • Ability to use hand held to look up the oldest ingredient batches.
  • Ability to properly scan ingredients to inprocess or blend sheet.
  • Record correct batch numbers on blend sheet if ingredients aren’t scanned to the blend sheet.
  • Label any unused ingredient with its description and or batch (if needed) and return to proper storage (cooler or dry ingredient) when done with the ingredient.
  • Weigh and record fish bait.
  • Ensure quality of cheese.
  • Collect blender samples for Lab.
  • Maintain a neat and clean work area.
  • Take pre-shift and post-shift inventory of powders in the powder warehouse.
  • Set up powders for groups.
  • Safely operate tow motor in close quarters.
  • Operate powder handling system.
  • All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
  • All GLC employees are expected to produce and promote our products and services in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager. Required Education and Experience
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
  • Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practices.
  • Ability to read and prepare production reports and comprehend production worksheets.
  • Ability to use hand held scanners.
  • Basic computer & SAP skills. Preferred Education and Experience Ability to operate powder control systems. Ability to operate various Powdered Industrial Trucks. Working Conditions
  • Use of motor skills to safely drive fork lift in tight quarters.
  • Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 55-75 degrees F.
  • Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, cut proof gloves and/or safety glasses may be required.
  • Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder, shoulder-to-overhead and pushing/pulling/carrying.
  • Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend/twist neck and back; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
  • Product weight: up to 50 lbs. EEOC & Disclaimer Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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