Job Description - 2nd Shift Deboxer


Founded in 1958, Great Lakes Cheese is the largest packager of natural cheese in the United States. We are proud to offer our retail, foodservice, and co-pack customers with award-winning natural and processed bulk, shredded, and sliced cheeses.


At Great Lakes Cheese, we believe in the value of values. We are true partners internally and externally, building on a foundation of respect and putting forth our best at every opportunity. This partnership approach has driven our tremendous growth and earned us awards such as the #8 Top Workplace in Northeast Ohio.


 


Our Employee Stock Ownership Plan makes every employee an owner. GLC Owners are problem solvers - they look for opportunities to help and take action. Our Owners are passionate about their work and eagerly advance their knowledge and capabilities. Most importantly, they act with integrity. At Great Lakes Cheese, we do the right thing because it’s the right thing to do.


 


Join our Great Lakes Cheese family and own a piece of the action.


Job Overview

The Deboxer prepares the product and operate machinery to meet customer specifications in compliance with company policy related to GMP’s and Safety


Job Responsibilities

• Maintain area, equipment, and personal sanitation. 

• Open and organize cheese blocks for shred production line. 

• Maintain accurate production records. 

• Keep de-boxer stocked with product to assure no down time. 

• Ability to operate stand-up/sit-down tow-motor. 

• Operate cutters and lifting equipment. 

• Load Pallets of cheese onto de-boxer for further processing. 

• Pack and seal trim. 

• Inspect Machine E stops to ensure functionality before production starts. 

• Productive use of down time. 

• Review order specifications to perform quality checks against customer orders.  

• 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.  

• 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 and promote our products and services 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


  • Ability to rotate to all lines all Bulk positions.     

  • Ability to read, prepare, and comprehend production reports and worksheets. 

  • Ability to communicate with line personnel regarding information contained therein, and regarding quality and safety issues.  

  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. 

     


Preferred Education and Experience


  • High School diploma or GED.

  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.  

  • Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.  

  • Ability to safely drive motorized equipment. 

  • Good troubleshooting skills. 

  • SAP/MES experience. 

  • Basic computer skills.


Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.
• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.
• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.
• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.
• Use of motor skills to safely drive tow motors or other motorized vehicles in tight quarters.
• Product weight: up to 100 lbs

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, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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About the Company

Great Lakes Cheese Co., Inc.

Great Lakes Cheese is headquartered in Hiram, OH, and works to meet industry standards, including quality, efficiency, innovation & integrity. Learn more.

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