At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us in preparing and handling delicious cheese while ensuring quality and safety.
- Company: Family-owned business focused on growth, stability, and employee commitment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, supportive environment, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with potential for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values integrity and open communication in a fun, fast-paced setting.
- Qualifications: Basic manufacturing knowledge and teamwork skills; high school diploma preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
As a family-owned business with a long-term focus on growth and stability, we are committed to you, our dedicated employee. Our environment of open communication, integrity, and mutual respect encourages everyone to go beyond what is expected.
Job Overview
The Bulk Cheese Handler prepares product and cutting to meet customer specifications in compliance with company policy related to GMP’s and Safety.
Job Responsibilities
- Maintain area, equipment, and personal sanitation.
- De-box/unwrap cheese from original packaging.
- Weigh cheese when applicable.
- Manual measurement and countdown of cheese needed for customer and order specs.
- Inspect/clean cheese.
- Maintain accurate production records.
- Keep line stocked with product to assure no downtime.
- Operate cutters and lifting equipment.
- Load cheese into machines / onto equipment for further processing.
- Pack and seal trim.
- Productive use of downtime.
- Review order specifications to perform quality checks against customer orders.
- Direct/communicate to line personnel on order specifications and quality issues.
- Enter data on production reports.
- Communicate to line personnel on safety issues.
- Perform handheld functions using a handheld scanner.
- Operate a pallet truck.
- Ability to rotate to all lines in all Bulk positions.
- 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 our products 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
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
- Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practices.
- Ability to read, prepare, and comprehend production reports and worksheets.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
- Ability to communicate with line personnel regarding information contained therein, and regarding quality and safety issues.
Preferred Education and Experience
- High School diploma or GED.
- Ability to promote teamwork.
- SAP experience.
- Basic computer skills.
Working Conditions
- Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.
- Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
- Product weight: up to 100 lbs.
- Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.
- Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.
EEOC & Disclaimer
Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Great Lakes Cheese is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
2nd Shift Bulk Cheese Handler in Manchester employer: Great Lakes Cheese
Great Lakes Cheese is an exceptional employer, offering a unique Employee Stock Ownership Plan that empowers every employee to take ownership of their work and contribute to the company's success. With a strong commitment to integrity, collaboration, and continuous learning, employees thrive in a supportive environment that values their contributions and fosters professional growth. Located in Northeast Ohio, Great Lakes Cheese not only boasts a top workplace ranking but also provides opportunities to engage in innovative packaging projects that make a meaningful impact in the food industry.
