Lactalis North America is currently seeking candidates to join our Packaging team in Merrill, WI.
Lactalis Group, the world leader in dairy, is a family-owned business committed to providing healthy and delicious dairy products that bring people together every day. At Lactalis, our core values of AMBITION, ENGAGEMENT, and SIMPLICITY are at the heart of everything we do.
If you’re looking for a unique experience with a company that offers strong brands, professional expertise, and a dynamic work environment, we want to hear from you!
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Packager to join our team. The Packager will be responsible for the assembling and packaging of various cheese products in a manufacturing setting while adhering to FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practice and Safety standards. Candidates must be available to work over 40 hours per week as needed.
Key responsibilities for this position include:
- Efficiently pack finished cheese products while ensuring product and final packaging meet our high quality expectations.
- Monitor cheese packaging, labeling, and printing to ensure accurate packaging data.
- Assemble and/or stock supplies during production or in preparation for next days production.
- Maintain clean and organized work area.
- Must be able to multi-task and be a self-starter; take initiative to ensure the continued flow of the packing process.
- Operate hand tools and mechanical equipment as needed
- Interact with team to maintain an open line of communication enabling efficient process flow.
- Report problems and/or concerns to leadership.
- Follow required work related safety rules.
- Apply the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Standard.
Candidate must have the following attributes/skills; strong attention to detail and accuracy, personal qualities of tact and dependability, possess good manual dexterity and able to push/pull/lift and carry at least 30 pounds continuously (e.g. twisting, gripping, lifting, bending, reaching).
Requirements
· High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) is preferred but not required.
Experience
· Previous employment in a manufacturing environment; working in a fast paced environment around moving equipment.
· Stable and dependable work history is required
Skills/Abilities
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy
· Manual dexterity
· Push/pull/lift and carry at least 30 pounds continuously and 50 pounds occasionally,
· Perform repetitive movements (e.g. twisting, gripping, lifting, bending, reaching)
Pay: $20.00 per hour starting rate
This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your packaging skills will be utilized effectively. If you are a motivated individual with a keen eye for detail, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Volunteer time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Extended hours
- No nights
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Merrill, WI 54452 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Merrill, WI 54452: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person