Summer ONLY – Processing Sanitation Operator – 3rd Shift ($26.74/hr.)

Summer Only - Processing Sanitation Operator - 3rd Shift

Allendale, MI USA Requisition ID: 31805 No of Openings: 3 Posted Date: Apr 29, 2026 Job Function: Production Operations

Description: Short & Sweet: The sanitation operator is responsible for the disassembly, cleaning, sanitizing and re-assembly of cheese processing equipment.

Schedule: Option 1: Thursday, Friday, Saturday 12:30pm-10pm Option 2: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 12:30pm-10pm Option 3: Saturday, Sunday, Monday 12:30pm-10pm *3 days per week *$1.00 shift premium between 6 PM and 6 AM *9 hours shift maximum

Job Responsibilities

• Inspect ribbon of cheese for softness and extraneous.
• Pack cheese.
• Feed ribbon stacks of cheese onto the conveyor.
• Blend cheese as required.
• Maintain good housekeeping at all times, including cleaning empty tubs and weighing scrap.
• Observe proper safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Add slip sheets/inter-leaver sheets in-between layers of cheese in tote.
• Fold bags into boxes so none is exposed when the box is closed.
• Monitor quality of boxes before running through the tape machine.
• Dimensions operator, perform the duties per established SOP's.
• Sealer operator, perform the duties per established SOP's.
• Scale operator, perform the duties per established SOP's.
• Box maker, perform the duties per established SOP's.
• Remove all cheese prior to sanitizing equipment, separating it into rework, redice, or scrap categories.
• Reassemble and make all necessary minor adjustments to all processing equipment and verify proper equipment set up.
• Clean all equipment using foam or CIP and rinse thoroughly.
• Disassemble all processing equipment.
• Protect all electrical panels and equipment from water damage by covering them.
• Comply with all safety regulations, policies and procedures.
• Notify team lead/supervisor of any potential problems, hazards, broken or damaged equipment.
• Organize all parts for proper and efficient cleaning.
• Pre-clean all processing equipment using scrapers and air guns and water.

Minimum Job Requirements

Must be able to work in a 24/7 operation, including weekends and holidays Must be at least 18 years or older Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Must be able to lift 46 lbs. from floor to shoulder (0" - 58") and climb stairs hourly

Leprino uses Psychemedics for a 90-day hair follicle drug test as part of the employee pre-employment process and also participates in E-Verify. All employees in our manufacturing facilities are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as mandated by their role and location.

Nearest Major Market: Grand Rapids