Production Specialist - Intake

Location

Chilton, W3240 County Rd F, Chilton, WI 53014, USA

First shift, Monday through Friday during typical business hours. Beginning in Spring 2026, transition to four 10‑hour shifts, Monday through Thursday, Sundays as needed. This plan may evolve as we continue to grow and adapt the Chilton start‑up location.

Pay Starting at $23.00/hour

We’re seeking a detail-oriented Production Specialist – Intake to support the critical first step in our dairy production process. In this role, you’ll oversee the safe and efficient unloading of milk from delivery trucks, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards. You’ll verify product integrity, collect samples for quality testing, and manage inventory to keep operations running smoothly. This position requires strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and quality.

If you're ready to make an impact and grow your career with a company that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, join us at the starting line of this exciting new venture. Apply today and help shape the future of dairy manufacturing at Grande!

With more than 80 years of crafting “The Finest Italian Cheeses Money Can Buy”, Grande is a leader in the industry! Whether partnering with independent pizzerias from coast‑to‑coast to ensure they’re delivering the very best pizza to their customers or assisting our food manufacturing partners in delivering specialty whey ingredient solutions, our commitment to quality can’t be matched. While Grande’s reputation of excellence in the market is important, we believe our commitment to our workplace and community culture is of equal merit – our Associates come first  complement our industry‑leading benefits, Grande puts an emphasis on your career growth opportunities, while always promoting a positive work/life balance and supporting the communities in which we live and work.

If you want to learn more about our company – what we do and how we go about it – or learn more about our beautiful, state‑of‑the‑art corporate headquarters, visit

• Low‑cost onsite clinics.
• Free onsite fitness center.
• Free healthy snacks throughout the facility.
• Health and wellness reimbursement program.

Located in the heart of Calumet County, Chilton blends small‑town charm with big opportunity. With a cost of living 5% below the Wisconsin average and housing prices well below national levels, it’s an affordable and attractive place to live, work, and grow your career. Known for its safety, welcoming community, and strong local values, Chilton offers an ideal environment for those seeking to unwind, recharge, and embrace a relaxed and balanced lifestyle.

Chilton also features easy access to parks and outdoor recreation, a walkable downtown with local dining and entertainment, and annual festivals that celebrate the area’s local culture and community spirit. As the proud home of Grande’s newest start‑up location, Chilton presents a unique opportunity to be part of something new and impactful, joining an organization dedicated to professional excellence, enriching the lives of our Associates (employees), and fulfilling “a purpose greater than ourselves”.

• High School or GED is preferred.
• Prior related work experience and/or training in a food manufacturing organization is preferred.
• Math, reading, and writing skills.
• Ability to comprehend and follow technical instructions/policies/procedures in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Computer Skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities within a start‑up environment.

This role requires the ability to regularly lift and move objects weighing between 20–50 lbs
, as well as frequent walking, standing, bending, climbing, and exposure to vibration
. The work environment may involve exposure to extreme temperatures (both hot and cold), high humidity, and loud machinery
.

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