Packaging Operator

Join Our Team at LaClare Creamery!LaClare Creamery is seeking a dependable and adaptable Weekend Packaging Operator to support our weekend operations across multiple production areas. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment and is comfortable flexing between production and packaging functions as needed.As a Weekend Packaging Operator, you will assist with operating production lines, packaging finished product, completing documentation, and supporting sanitation and maintenance efforts. This role plays a key part in ensuring safe, high-quality products and efficient weekend operations.Location: Malone, WI – 100% on siteReports to: WKND Chevre Packaging SupervisorTypical Schedule: Weekend Shift (3-12 Hour Shifts Friday, Saturday and Sunday); 5:00am to 5:00pmBase Pay Range: $21.72 - $23.74Pay Incentive Added to Base Pay Rate: Employees on Weekend Shift are scheduled for a 36-hour workweek but will receive pay equivalent to 40 hours, providing additional compensation on top of the base hourly rate.Shift Differential: $5/hour added to hourly Base Pay plus Pay Incentive rateWhat You'll DoSupport daily production operations across production and packaging areasAssist machine operators to ensure safe, efficient operation and high-quality finished productsPackage finished product and inspect materials and equipmentWorks with packaging schedule and operators to determine proper cheese usage during production runsFlex between departments and act as an Operator when neededComplete required paperwork and production documentation accuratelyMaintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work environmentAssist with sanitation tasks following daily, weekly, and monthly schedulesCommunicate equipment or facility issues to maintenance and managementPromote company values and follow all food and personal safety proceduresPerform other duties as assignedWhat We're Looking For1 – 3 years of experience in food manufacturing or working with production equipmentAbility to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environmentStrong communication, organization, and prioritization skillsAbility to lift 50+ pounds continuously and stand for up to 12 hours per shiftAbility to perform repetitive movements including bending, twisting, climbing, and graspingCommitment to food safety, quality standards, and workplace safetyWhy Join LaClare Creamery?Competitive pay based on experienceOpportunity to gain experience across multiple production areasSupportive, team-oriented work environmentCompany committed to quality, safety, and craftsmanshipKey Tasks and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for assisting the various machine operators in ensuring efficient and safe machine operation, producing high quality product and finish product packaging, inspecting equipment, and performing preventative maintenance. May also act as an Operator when needed.Works with packaging schedule and operators to determine proper cheese usage during production runs.Assists in packaging area and cross-training on other machine operation duties.Completes paperwork and data entry. Assists in providing training to other production line employees.Assists with all production runs and documenting all steps to ensure accurate, consistent, safe, and quality products every time.Keeps a clean work environment. Wash, rinse, sanitize and return all equipment back to its designated area immediately after done using. Complete time of use, daily, weekly, biweekly, and monthly sanitation scheduled responsibilities along with documentation once work is complete.Assists in the facilities maintenance program by informing the maintenance team of issues as they arise so the equipment is performing optimally.Works with supervisor and acts as the first line of defense in maintaining and problem-solving maintenance issues.Coordinates with supervisor to flex between different areas and cover as required. Will be required to make sure all documentation is filled out completely and accurately per the Food Safety Programs.Follows all policies and procedures LaClare Creamery has implemented regarding food and personal safety to assist in maintaining a safe work environment and safe, quality products at all times. Effectively promotes Company values and culture drivers.Perform all duties in a safe manner. Other duties as assigned.