Foremost Farms Hiring for Production Associate at Reedsburg, WI Full Time

About Us

Foremost Farms USA, headquartered in Madison, Wisconsin, is a world-class supplier of cheese, dairy products, and ingredients to national and international markets. As a dairy cooperative, we are owned by the 1,100 dairy farmers who supply our high-quality milk. Our flexible, diverse plant network allows us to manufacture products and ingredients that are most in-demand – and provide a strong, secure market for our member-owners’ milk.

We’re looking for employees who challenge the status quo, innovate and aim for excellence. Because we’re working to be the world’s best – to Be Foremost – we’ll bring out the best in you.

About This Opportunity

JOB TITLE: Production Associate
POSITION TYPE: Full time
CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

STARTING PAY $21.39/hour, plus an additional $0.30/hour shift premium for working PM shift
Pay increases at 3 months to $21.64 and 6 months to $23.42.

Shifts Available:
2nd shift (4:00pm – midnight) or 3rd shift (midnight to 8:00am) positions available

Weekends and holidays scheduled on a rotating basis

Join Foremost Farms today and receive a sign-on bonus!

If you have two or more years of dairy manufacturing plant experience, you are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus at Foremost Farms. All others are eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus.

YOUR FUTURE IS AT FOREMOST!

Join our fast-paced Reedsburg team as a Production Associate, where we produce high-quality butter, butter blends, condensed skim milk, condensed buttermilk, and sweet cream for national and international customers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• No prior experience needed; on-the-job training is provided
• Must be aged 18 years or older
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds with reasonable accommodations
• Able to stand for the duration of shift
• Willing to use a forklift (training is provided)
• Must be able to read and understand standard operating procedures and labels written in English
• Basic math skills (addition and subtraction) required
• Must be able to tell time on an analog or digital clock
• Participation in a team environment
• Must be detail orientated
• Ability to perform in a fact-paced work environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Any manufacturing experience you have will help you learn on the job
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP’s, OSHA and loss control programs is a plus, not required

BENEFITS:

Foremost Farms offers some of the best benefits in the area, because you and your family matter. Our comprehensive medical plan includes health, vision, dental, and prescription insurance. Employees pay less than $75/month for single coverage and less than $180/month for family coverage, with low annual deductibles ($250/$500) to ensure financial security. Other benefits include:

• Sign-on Bonus + paid training
• Paid vacation and holidays; premium pay for holiday work
• 401(k) with a generous company contribution
• Pension plan
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral program
• Advancement opportunities!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

At Foremost Farms USA, we believe that employee diversity brings strength to our organization. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disabilities, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

Successful completion of pre-employment screening is required, which could include a drug test, background check, and other verifications or assessments to be sure you will be able to succeed in your position.