Loaf Poucher Night Shift

Bongards Premium Cheese is looking for a dedicated, dynamic and experienced individual to perform as a Poucher Operator on our processed Loaf cheese line. The main focus of this position is to ensure packaging is assembled to specification and arrives in good condition to area where cheese product is located.

Job duties:

• Obtain proper cases for packing off product, check to assure the proper case label using the production schedule.


• Obtain proper individual package labels needed by using the production schedule and load label machine.


• Adjust labeler for proper label placement.


• Assemble a case ensuring the label is opposite the case dater print heads.


• Place cheese into cases, inspecting the product for quality and the package for label appearance, if applicable.


• Inform Lead if belt stops, recheck product through the metal detector.


• Help with any cleaning or sanitizing of production equipment and assist with reassembly


• Bring any supplies needed during production.


• Place inedible tubs where needed.


• Get rework tubs ready for production (sanitize and lubricate)


• Open rework or trim for the grinding room, if needed.


• Help in grinding room with the grinding or barrel hanging, if needed.


• Refill lid sheets on loaf line machine.


• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion, sweep, and clean work area.


• Perform all work in a safe and efficient manner.


• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent


• Excellent Math and Reading skills


• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy


• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines

• Ability to work independently on assigned duties


• Strong mechanical aptitude


• Adaptable to sudden changes


• Work as part of a team


• Must adhere to and follow all Safety, GMP, other quality guidelines


• Must report all food safety problems to immediate supervisor or designated replacement


• Must be able to lift up to 55 lbs

Bongards Creameries is a member owned COOP that has been operating since 1908. We take pride in our agricultural roots and our mission to provide a sustainable market for our patron’s milk. Our vision is to be the best dairy organization and to be an employer of choice in the region. People come to Bongards for a variety of reasons, but they stay because they are valued, listened to and rewarded for their efforts.