DAIRY PROCESS WORKER

Job Description

Job Description

Lifeway Foods (NASDAQ: LWAY), which has been recognized as one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies, is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic beverage known as Kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable Kefir, the company also produces cheese, drinkable yogurt, and a ProBugs line of Kefir for kids. Lifeway’s tart and tangy fermented dairy products are sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. 

Job Summary: The Dairy Process Worker I will have the ability to follow directions and work cooperatively with the production team to ensure the completion of orders.  

Supervisory Responsibilities: Not Applicable for this position 

Schedule:  First Shift: Monday through Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm (including occasional Saturday's)

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Report to workstation on time
• Wear proper work attire 
• Assist in setting up work area 
• Follow SOP, SSOP, GMP, and general safety policies
• Perform all assigned production tasks 
• Inform line leader of any issues or questions that might arise 
• Ensure the work is being done accurately and to completion 
• Maintain workstation organized and sanitized 
• Sanitize all machinery equipment and non-machinery equipment including ladders, windows, floors, and drains 
• Perform COP (Clean Outside Place) process 
• Prepare and weight ingredients for mixing 
• Additional Duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:  

• Ability to calculate basic math and read
• Ability to actively listen to instructions and understand basic English 

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• No experience necessary 

Physical Requirements:  

• Must be able to lift 50lbs 
• Ability to be on your feet for an 8-hour shift 
• Ability to climb on ladders and maneuver through equipment 

Lifeway Foods, Inc. is a growing Chicago-based beverage manufacturer with over 25 years of experience. We are an industry leader in the production of high-quality Kefir. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer a competitive benefits package. Visit us at