Production Utility Technician

Located in Westby, WI

Production Utility Technician (Food Manufacturing / Dairy Production)

Company: Express Employment Professionals
Industry: Food Manufacturing / Dairy Production
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: $25.00 – $36.50 per hour
Shifts:  Second Shift - 4:30 PM - 4:30 AM - 12-hour shifts

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Job Overview

Express Employment Professionals is hiring a Production Utility Technician for a growing food manufacturing company. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in manufacturing, food production, dairy processing, or packaging operations who are looking to grow into a versatile, multi-skilled production role.

The Production Utility Technician is responsible for learning and performing multiple roles across cheese making, packaging, palletizing, and food processing operations. This position ensures all tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food (SQF) standards, HACCP, and sanitation protocols.

This role may also serve as a backup Production Supervisor, supporting daily operations, production scheduling, and team coordination as needed.

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Key Responsibilities

• Learn and perform production roles including cheese making, packaging, palletizing, and processing operations
• Follow all safety procedures, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP, SOPs, and SSOPs
• Perform equipment setup, startup, changeovers, and sanitation procedures
• Conduct and document quality control checks and production records
• Monitor production processes and report equipment issues or product abnormalities
• Provide coverage for breaks, vacations, and absences across production roles
• Assist with production planning, scheduling, and workflow coordination
• Maintain accurate documentation including charts, make sheets, and sanitation logs
• Ensure product traceability from raw ingredients through finished goods
• Support audit readiness, inspections, and housekeeping standards
• Collaborate with quality, maintenance, and lab teams to ensure product quality
• Assist in troubleshooting and problem-solving production issues
• Communicate with Production Supervisors across shifts to ensure operational continuity
• Complete Supervisor Daily Reports covering safety, staffing, production, and equipment updates
• Assist in incident reporting and documentation for workplace safety
• Support employee scheduling and staffing coordination
• Maintain confidentiality of company and employee information
• Perform equipment inspections and additional duties as assigned

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Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment required (dairy preferred)
• Cheese Maker license and Pasteurization certification required or ability to obtain
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SOPs, and SSOPs preferred
• Strong focus on workplace safety and food safety compliance
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn multiple production roles

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Physical Requirements

• Ability to meet job demands per work screen protocol

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Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly pay: $25.00 – $36.50/hour
• Opportunities for career growth into supervisory roles
• Gain experience across multiple areas of food manufacturing and production
• Work in a team-oriented, safety-focused environment

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How to Apply

Apply online at www.expresspros.com or call/text 608-779-4252

 

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