Pay: $29.00 - $32.00 per hour

Position Summary:

The Cut & Wrap Operations Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and leading the daily operations of the Cut & Wrap Department to ensure the safe, efficient, and timely production of retail cheese products. This position oversees department employees, production scheduling, labor allocation, and packaging operations while ensuring customer orders are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with food safety and quality standards. The Coordinator works closely with Production, Warehouse, Maintenance, Shipping, and Quality Assurance to maximize productivity, improve operational efficiency, and support the continued growth of the business.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate daily Cut & Wrap operations to meet production schedules and customer demand.
• Schedule department employees and assign work to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Monitor employee performance, provide coaching and training, and promote a safe, positive work environment.
• Coordinate daily production schedules based on customer orders, inventory availability, and shipping priorities.
• Operate and oversee cutting, wrapping, weighing, labeling, metal detection, packaging, and palletizing processes.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, food safety, quality, and workplace safety requirements.
• Monitor production performance, labor efficiency, downtime, yield, and waste, implementing improvements where needed.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and ensure equipment readiness.
• Maintain accurate production records and complete required data entry and production reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, efficiency, product quality, and overall department performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required;
  additional education in manufacturing, business, or food science preferred.
• Two or more years of manufacturing or food production experience, preferably in food processing or packaging preferred.
• Previous experience leading or coordinating production teams preferred.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, SQF, and food safety principles.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills and experience with production data entry.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to coordinate people, schedules, and production priorities.
• Knowledge of production equipment, packaging operations, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to food safety, quality, and continuous improvement. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in production areas and around manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to wear required PPE.

Working Conditions:

Manufacturing and food production environment with exposure to refrigerated areas, production equipment, moving machinery, cleaning chemicals, and moderate to high noise levels. Overtime and occasional weekend work may be required to meet production
demands.

$20-$22/ hour BOE

Position Summary

Supports warehouse and production operations through accurate data entry,
inventory tracking, shipping/receiving documentation, and ERP system
maintenance to ensure accurate inventory records and timely material
processing.

Key Responsibilities

• Enter shipping, receiving, and production data into ERP systems accurately and timely.
• Process receiving paperwork and inventory transfers within Sage ERP and Microsoft Access.
• Assist drivers with check-in procedures and shipping/receiving documentation.
• Review physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies against system inventory.
• Make inventory adjustments as directed by management and assist with backorder and inventory shortage reviews.
• Maintain organized inventory records and communicate discrepancies or issues to management.
• Support warehouse, production, and inventory teams with administrative tasks.
• Follow company policies, inventory control procedures, and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in shipping, receiving, inventory control, warehouse administration, or data entry preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems, Sage, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Excel preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment &
Physical Requirements

• Combination of office, and warehouse areas.

Benefits package includes health, dental, and vision plans, 401K & 401k matching, Life insurance, Paid time off, Employee Discount, Referral program

$20-$23/ hour + DOE

Responsibilities of the Yogurt Line Operator

• Operate and work on various yogurt production and packaging lines
• Clean, sanitize, set up, and operate filling and packaging equipment
• Program printers with accurate code dates for cups, buckets, and packaging
• Make necessary adjustments to equipment and document changes appropriately
• Learn and identify all yogurt products, packaging materials, and specifications
• Perform product quality and weight checks during production runs, communicate production concerns or quality issues with the QC Lab
• Maintain accurate production and manufacturing documentation
• Meet daily production and efficiency goals
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs or adjustments to equipment as needed
• Break down and thoroughly clean filling equipment after production
• Complete all required cleaning and sanitation logs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all company policies, GMPs, HACCP guidelines, SOPs, SSOPs, and safety procedures
• Second shift operators may be responsible for facility closing duties, including completion of SNCC closing reports
• Assist other departments as needed

Requirements of the Yogurt Line Operator

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required
• Previous manufacturing or food production experience preferred
• Ability to work effectively under direct supervision while demonstrating initiative and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work safely with production equipment, tools, and cleaning chemicals
• Knowledge of food processing SOPs and SSOPs preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Bilingual Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the facility for extended periods
• Requires lifting up to 50lbs, bending, and repetitive motion tasks
• Comfortable working in a production environment (warm, cold, wet, loud, or refrigerated areas as applicable)

If you are interested in applying please send your resume and supporting documents to HR@sierranevadacheese.com

$26-$28/ hour + DOE

Responsibilities of the Maintenance Mechanic:

• Maintaining and repairing production/support equipment, compressed air systems, electrical, mechanical and boiler systems.
• Keeping required personnel informed on plant equipment status.
• Requesting parts/inventory.

Requirements of the Maintenance Mechanic:

• Prior mechanic experience required. Manufacturing setting preferred.
• Work with little supervision.
• Ideal candidate is a responsible self-starter.
• Monday-Friday, 12pm-8:30pm with overtime and weekends as needed.

If you are interested in applying please send your resume and supporting documents to HR@sierranevadacheese.com

$19.00-$20/ hour + DOE

Position Summary:

The Cooler/Warehouse Associate is responsible for supporting daily warehouse operations with a focus on the cooler environment. This role includes receiving, organizing, storing, and distributing products accurately and efficiently, while maintaining a clean, safe, and temperature-controlled work area. The associate will ensure products are handled with care and comply with food safety and company quality standards.

Responsibilities of the Cooler/Warehouse Associate:

• Receive, inspect, and accurately store incoming products in designated cooler or warehouse locations.
• Pick, pack, and stage orders according to company procedures and customer requirements.
• Maintain product organization, rotation (FIFO), and inventory accuracy.
• Operate pallet jacks, forklifts, or other warehouse equipment safely (if certified/trained).
• Ensure cooler areas are clean, organized, and compliant with food safety and workplace safety guidelines.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks as needed.
• Report any damaged, missing, or expired products to supervisors.
• Support general warehouse tasks including restocking, labeling, and housekeeping.
• Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.

Requirements of the Cooler/Warehouse Associate:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous warehouse or cooler experience a plus, but not required (training available).
• Ability to work in cold environments for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift, move, and stack up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Dependable,with a strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Work Environment:

• Primarily in refrigerated/cooler areas (temperatures may range from 34–40°F).
• Fast-paced warehouse environment with physical activity including standing, lifting, and moving throughout the shift.

If you are interested in applying please send your resume and supporting documents to HR@sierranevadacheese.com

If you’re interested in working on the production side, we handle those roles in-store. Please stop by our creamery store in Willows, CA to pick up and submit a physical application.