Production Team Member - Mon/Tue & E/O Fri-Sun, 6am-6pm

Location: Chaseburg Creamery, Chaseburg, WI Employee Type: Hourly Bonus Eligibility: No Safety Sensitive: Yes If a company is going to make a difference in today’s world, it’s going to have to think differently.
At Organic Valley, our philosophy and decisions are based on the health and welfare of people, animals and the earth.
We’re a mission-driven cooperative, owned by family farmers, and we’ve been leaders in organic agriculture from the very beginning.
Once pioneers of organic agriculture, we’re now an established leader.
Organic is all we do.
We are driven by our mission to promote regional farm diversity and economic stability by the means of organic agricultural methods and the sale of certified organic products.
Summary of Role The Production Team Member is responsible for the printing and packaging of butter as well as the sanitation of various production and storage areas.
This includes using approved chemicals and the related delivery system to clean/sanitize production and non-production areas.
This is a safety sensitive role.
The Creamery is open 365 days a year including holidays.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform daily assembly/disassembly, cleaning (CIP/COP), and sanitizing of production equipment.
Complete all ATP test swabs and document results for assigned areas.
Operate case/carton printers, butter packer, case packer, bulk filler, microfix machine and butter churn as assigned.
Assist with palletizing and shrink wrapping pallets to prepare for shipping.
Obtain certification, for regular use, on electric pallet jacks.
Assist with the plant quality program including taking quality samples and use of quality testing equipment including operation of the X-ray detector and recording scale weights.
Accurately complete record keeping paperwork and logbooks.
Hand pack/tape cases, as needed.
Safely use the chemical system to distribute and utilize accurate quantities of approved sanitation chemicals.
This includes proper labeling/transportation of chemicals using designated containers.
Assure equipment and areas are sanitary and fully operational prior to start of production.
General housekeeping, cleaning, and sanitizing of various areas.
Comply with appropriate federal and state regulations and CROPP Cooperative programs, policies and best practices.
Read and understand critical information and comply with related instructions, such as, but not limited to, chemical use and labels, Material Safety Data Sheets, Personal Protective Equipment and Lockout Tag-out procedures.
Follow and comply with applicable good manufacturing, safety and quality assurance policies and practices.
Assist in completing daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly sanitation.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities Assist with general plant cleaning and/or property maintenance as needed.
Assist at various production areas of the co-op when there is no production at the creamery.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Basic understanding of machine operations.
Basic computer skills preferred.
Understanding of good manufacturing practices.
Strong attention to detail.
Must be able to work weekends.
Sanitation experience in a food processing environment preferred.
Good communication and problem solving skills.
Hand writing must be neat and legible.
Ability to stand for long periods of time and duration of shift.
Ability to read and interpret critical information and follow specific instructions.
Ability to frequently lift/carry up to 60 pounds, occasionally lift up to 80 pounds with assistance, ability to push/pull up to 2,500 pounds using material handling equipment.
Ability to occasionally bend, twist/turn, reach above shoulders, and climb throughout the shift as needed while using proper body mechanics.
Manual dexterity to perform frequent wrist twisting and bending motions.
Ability to safely work with hot liquids and required sanitation chemicals, including use of necessary PPE properly.
Base hourly wage range: $18.
00 to $21.
31 per hour The typical hourly wage for a new hire is $18.
00 exclusive of fringe benefits.
This position also receives a $1.
00 per hour shift premium when working on Saturday and Sunday.
If you are hired at CROPP, your final base hourly wage compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience.
Additionally, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.
Hiring at the maximum of the hourly wage range is not typical.
Benefits We believe when our people are strong, our mission is strong.
Therefore, we offer a comprehensive and holistic Total Rewards package meant to strengthen employees’ and their family's total wellbeing.
Here are some of the great benefits offered: Comprehensive Health Insurance - Choice of plans for you and your family, including some that can be paired with an HSA (which CROPP contributes to on your behalf) Supplemental insurances: we offer accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Time Off – 136 hours in the 1st year of employment prorated by start date.
Plus 9 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday for us at will.
6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave – For all gendered partners in childbirth or adoption.
Vision & Dental Insurance – Free annual eye exam, discounts on glasses/contacts, flexible dental network, adult ortho.
401k – We match 100% up to the first 3% of an employee’s contribution, and then 50% for 3.
1%-5.
0% of employee contributions.
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $1,500 per year to support continuing higher education.
Flexible Spending Account – For dependent care costs or to help with dental and vision costs.
Life Insurance - $50,000 policy funded by CROPP for each employee.
Supplemental voluntary coverage available for employees, spouses, and children.
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D Insurance - $50,000 of life insurance coverage of $50,000 of AD&D coverage funded by CROPP for each employee.
Mental Health Support – Free 24/7 access to therapists, coaches, and self-led mental health resources.
Free onsite fitness centers available 24/7 (select locations) Free biometric screenings (cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure) and health coaching.
Financial advisors and seminars Annual $360 wellness reimbursement $65 monthly massage/chiropractic reimbursement On-site all-organic cafeterias (select locations)