Experienced Machine Operator

Description: Mullins Cheese is seeking a self-motivated, team-oriented, eager to work individual in 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 Schedule: We currently have openings on a variety of shifts:
• Startup- 1am start time
• Nights- 2pm start time
• Nights- 4pm start time
• Saturdays are required Wage:
• $23.50/hr. Includes $3 shift premium
• 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
• High School Diploma 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 food production position
• Experience with Dryers, evaporators, vats, milk separators UF, MF, or RO systems
• Experience in a food manufacturing facility 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:
• Health Clinic access for $0 cost to employees
• 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 Insurance, Long Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance