Line Lead Alternative

Oostburg Plant
621 N Business Park Dr
Oostburg, WI 53070, USA

12‑hour shifts, 3‑4 days/week, full‑time pay.

Alternative schedule: 2‑2‑3 rotation (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM).

The Line Lead operates packaging equipment and coordinates completion of scheduled production on assigned production lines.

• Starting wage $27.89/hour (up to $32.93/hour) + $2.00/hour shift premium.
• Incentive bonus program up to 6% of gross earnings annually.

• Set‑up and operate retail shreds horizontal form fill and seal packaging machines, food service vertical form fill and seal packaging machines, chunk and bar horizontal overwrap packaging machines, and all production support equipment.
• Set‑up and operate in‑line zipper applicators.
• Keep track of in‑process and completed production ensuring orders are properly filled.
• Determine the amount of cheese needed to be provided to the line for order completion.
• Ensure correct completion of all packaging specifications (cheese type, shred style, package weight, date coding, film, labels, stickers, added ingredients).
• Maintain accurate records of film and all product ingredient usage.
• Maintain accurate documentation/data entry of packaging equipment efficiency and associated production line downtime.
• Perform timely execution and accurate documentation of all quality control checks, practices, and procedures.
• Consistent and reliable attendance to maintain adequate staffing levels and meet customer commitments.

• Basic mechanical and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Desire to continuously improve product quality.
• Desire to continuously improve individual operator skills.
• Professional and collaborative work style with production and supervisory personnel.
• Ability to visually inspect packaging materials and finished packages to ensure quality standards are met.
• Ability to lift and carry 74 pounds regularly.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety warnings and directives related to machinery and production processes.

• Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, 401(k) with company match, and more.
• Vacation time off (service‑based paid time off and 10 paid holidays).
• Center for Health and Wellness – free to employees and dependents.
• Incentives and incentive programs (tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, subsidized fitness programs, cell phone discount, employee assistance program, and more).
• Community giving opportunities (drives, activities, matched donations, and more).
• Green sustainability initiatives.
• Continuous improvement initiatives – technology driven.
• Training and development programs.
• Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, filtered Culligan water.
• Company‑paid uniforms and steel‑toed safety shoes.
• Opportunities to provide feedback and suggestions in a judgment‑free zone.
• Fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party, and more).

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