Production Operator

Valley Queen Cheese Factory

Start Your Career in Dairy Production
At Valley Queen, we're looking for reliable, hard-working individuals to join our team as Production Operators in either our Packaging or Whey Processing areas. These entry-level roles are a great way to get started in manufacturing, learn new skills, and grow your career.
In this role, you'll either help package cheese products or support the processing and drying of whey products. No matter where you start, you'll be part of a team focused on producing safe, high-quality food products.
What You'll Do
Depending on the area you're placed in, your day could include:
Cheese Packaging
Help assemble, fill, and seal large cheese boxes
Run and monitor packaging equipment
Check weights and product quality
Keep your work area clean and sanitary
Support team members
Whey Processing (Trainee)
Learn how whey is processed, dried, and packaged
Assist operators with cleaning and sanitation (CIP)
Monitor equipment and take product samples
Help move finished products to storage
In Every Role
Follow food safety, quality, and safety procedures
Complete basic paperwork and production records
Communicate with your team to keep things running smoothly
Safely handle cleaning chemicals using proper PPE
Take part in ongoing training and development
Schedule
Full-time, 12-hour shifts (5:00 AM-5:00 PM or 5:00 PM-5:00 AM)
Rotating schedule with every other weekend (double time pay on Sundays)
Training typically starts on day shift before moving to a permanent schedule
What We're Looking For

We're looking for people who:
Work well as part of a team
Pay attention to details
Are willing to learn and take initiative
Can handle a fast-paced, hands-on work environment
High school diploma or GED required.
Willing to obtain Forklift certification
Must be 18 or older.

Why You'll Love Working Here
Work only half the days of the year
Career growth opportunities
Predictable schedules - know your hours every week
Clean, organized, food-grade environment (not a typical factory)
Strong, stable local company
Great people and team culture
Paid training

Work Environment:
You'll be in a food production setting with moving equipment and some noise. Proper safety gear is provided.

Ready to join us? Apply today and start building a career in the dairy industry!

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