Job Location : Greeley,CO, USA
Leprino Foods history dates back over 65 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. Weve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino is the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the Worlds Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company. To help us achieve that daring vision, were looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated individual who is the best at what you do. Three people in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to over 4,300 employees throughout 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?The Greeley Teamis seeking aCheese Packaging - Team Member Ito help us achieve our goals.We Ask Of You To:Inspect and pack cheese blocksBe responsible for the safe operation of the associated equipment and/or processesFollow and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safe work practicesMaintain cleanliness and sanitation of the work areaCommunicate effectively to team members, team leads, supervisors, and managers, as applicablePerform job responsibilities with the mindset of the company core values of Quality, Service, Competitive Price, and EthicsWork effectively with othersComplete work shift as scheduledWe Offer You In Return:At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role is currently $22.75 per hour. There is also a night shift differential of an additional $1.25/hr for those who work on evening shifts.A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries, tuition assistance, vacation, holiday, dedicated sick time, matching 401(k), annual merit increases and bonuses, as well as our annual Profit-Sharing plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.You Must Have (Minimum Qualifications):18 years of age or olderAbility to speak, read and write the English languageBasic math skills to be able to perform mathematical functionsAbility to access elevated work areas such as climbing ladders/stairsAbility to understand and apply standard operating proceduresAbility to wear required personal protective equipment and comply with all applicable safety practicesAbility to lift moderate weights repeatedly throughout the shift.Ability to stand/walk throughout the shiftAbility to work in hot, humid, and cold areasAbility to work Overtime, Weekends, Holidays, and 12.5 hour rotating shiftsLifting Requirements:37 lbs Chest to Head LiftStair ClimbingLadder ClimbingWe Hope You Also Have (Preferred Qualifications):Previous experience in a manufacturing environmentThe culture of Leprino Foods is built by a family of passionate employees who believe in what they do, who understand the value of teamwork and understand that no one person is greater than the other. Andy, Greeley, Colorado Plant ManagerLeprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained atwww.psychemedics.com