Leprino Foods' history dates to over 65 years ago, when the Leprino family first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in Denver. We've grown a bit since then. Today, we are the largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose in the world, and a leading producer of whey protein.
Still owned by the Leprino family, we've set our sights to become the "World's Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company." To help us achieve that ambitious vision, we're looking for our secret ingredient: motivated individuals who are the absolute best at what they do. From three people in a small cheese shop in the early 1950s, we have grown to over 4,300 employees throughout our 16 global locations. Will you join us on our journey?
We are seeking a Production Operator to help us continue our successful trend in the global cheese and nutrition markets through quality of product and food safety at our Tracy, California production facility. We have a competitive starting rate of pay for this role at$26.48 per hour.We Ask Of You To:The position requires the incumbent to feed and load cheese, fold bags, rework and re-dice, handpack cheese and perform general housekeeping dutiesThe incumbent must be able to verbally communicate with their co-workers and promote good teamworkMust display recognition of quality control problems such as frozen/soft cheese, extraneous, and proper blend considerationsPerform duties in a safe manner using Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)Maintain clean work area according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety policiesMonitor cheese quality during packagingProduct sort visually and using a metal detection systemRecord keepingHand palletize productOperate Pallet Jacks: Manual and MotorizedAll other duties and responsibilities as assignedYou Have (Minimum Qualifications):Must be able to meet shift/schedule requirementsMust be willing to work necessary Overtime as neededMust be at least 18 years oldMust be able to speak, read, write, and comprehend basic English languageMust be able to perform essential job functions of position with or without reasonable accommodationA career with Leprino Foods means you'll be part of a worldwide family of individuals dedicated to producing high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Your contributions will be noticed and rewarded as you work to further our company, our customers, and one another.
Apply today to learn more about our processing career path.Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing.Additional information about this process can be obtained atwww.psychemedics.comLeprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location.Leprino Foods Company utilizes the services of Psychemedics to perform our Hair Follicle Drug Testing. Additional information about this process can be obtained at https://www.psychemedics.comLeprino Foods requires all individuals to wear the appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as required by the role and location.Leprino Foods Company supports a drug-free workplace and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disability/VeteranNearest Major Market: Stockton