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Renard's Cheese

Production Associate

Sturgeon Bay, WI

$17 - $17.50/hr

Renard's Cheese is a family-owned company renowned for its award-winning cheese and commitment to quality. As a Production Associate, you will play a key role in crafting and packaging our signature ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for cheese in Wisconsin is $18.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $18.70 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cheese maker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cheese Maker, you need a solid understanding of dairy science, food safety, and fermentation processes, often supported by formal training or a background in food production. Familiarity with pasteurization equipment, pH meters, and sanitation systems is essential, and certifications like HACCP or food handler's permits are frequently required. Attention to detail, patience, and problem-solving skills set outstanding cheese makers apart. These abilities are crucial for ensuring product consistency, meeting safety standards, and producing high-quality cheeses that meet consumer demands.

What is a cheese maker?

Cheese makers are professionals who specialize in the production of cheese from milk. They manage the entire cheesemaking process, including pasteurization, curdling, cutting, pressing, aging, and packaging. Cheese makers work in artisanal shops, creameries, or large-scale production facilities, and ensure the quality, flavor, and safety of the cheese. Their expertise also involves understanding different types of milk, cultures, and aging techniques to create a variety of cheeses.

What is the difference between Cheese vs Baker?

AspectCheeseBaker
Required CredentialsFood safety certifications, culinary trainingFood safety certifications, culinary training
Work EnvironmentCheese production facilities, dairiesBakeries, commercial kitchens
Industry UsageFood manufacturing, dairy industryFood service, retail bakeries

Both Cheese makers and Bakers require culinary skills and food safety certifications. Cheese makers focus on dairy processing in production facilities, while Bakers work in bakeries creating baked goods. Their roles overlap in food industry settings but differ in techniques and equipment used.

What are some common challenges faced by cheesemakers in maintaining product quality?

Cheesemakers often face challenges related to consistency in texture, flavor, and appearance due to variations in milk quality, environmental factors, and aging conditions. Strict sanitation protocols must be followed to prevent contamination, which can impact both safety and taste. Additionally, balancing traditional methods with modern regulations requires careful attention to detail, making adaptability and continuous learning important in this role.
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Infographic showing various Cheese job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,768 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Cheese Production Specialist - 3rd Shift

Masters Gallery Foods

Oostburg, WI • On-site

$26.97/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Cheese Production Specialist - 3rd Shift
Sunday - Thursday (10PM-6AM)
Under the direction of the Shift Production Supervisor, as a Cheese Production Specialist team member, you'll be responsible to providing bulk cheese to production lines and operating cheese cutting/shredding equipment.
Let's start with wages! At Masters Gallery Foods, you'll earn a wage increase at both 90 days and one year as you grow in this role. Here's the progression:
  • Starting Pay (Level I): $25.10/hour
  • After 90 Days (Level II): $26.97/hour

Plus $1.00 Shift Differential
How You Will Contribute to our Legacy of Excellence:
  • Perform manual lifting and carrying (approximately up to 40lbs) by opening, cleaning and placing cheese on production lines
  • Remove all packaging from cheese
  • Inspect bulk cheese for mold or contaminant, remove and clean accordingly
  • Lift and place cheese on conveyors (weight varies from 5 lbs. to 40 lbs. per lift)
  • Operate all automated and manual cutting systems
  • Operate all shredding equipment
  • Maintain record of bulk cheese usage utilizing RF inventory scanners
  • Perform other duties as assigned

What You Have to Offer:
  • You are able to frequently reach, grasp, and lift 40 lbs. and occasionally up to 60lbs
  • You are able to stand for long periods of time
  • Consistent and reliable attendance to maintain adequate staffing levels and meet customer commitments is required
  • You are committed to remaining safe in all aspects of the job
  • You are willing to learn and love the idea of being a team player
  • You are able to visually inspect product for food quality purposes
  • You are able to read and calculate using basic math.

Working Environment
  • Comfortable climate-controlled work environment - our facilities are clean and contain cool temperatures.
  • Smoke-free campus promoting a healthy and wellness lifestyle.
  • Our equipment consists of robotic case packers, case erectors, case sealers, and moving belts which can be noisy. Fork-lifts also drive in the packaging area.

What Masters Gallery Foods Can Offer You:
We're a company built on many values, among them are passion, integrity, and people, which means if you join Masters Gallery, you'll join a team brought together by enthusiasm, trust, and dedication. Beyond our commitment to offering exceptional products and customer service, Masters Gallery is committed to career development, flexibility, and fun at work.
To uphold those values, Masters Gallery Foods provides:
  • A generous benefits package (health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, critical illness, accident coverage, 401(k) with company match, and more)
  • Vacation Time Off (service-based paid time off and 10 paid holidays)
  • Center for Health and Wellness - Free to employees and their dependents
  • Incentives and incentive programs (such as tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness, subsidized fitness programs, cell phone discount programs, employee assistance program, and more)
  • Opportunities to give back to the community (drives, activities, matched donations, and more)
  • Green sustainability initiatives
  • Continuous improvement initiatives - technology driven
  • Training and development programs
  • Cheese Store, free popcorn, hot beverages, and filtered Culligan water
  • Listen to Sirius XM Radio while you work!
  • Continuous communication with Employees - Company App
  • Company-Paid Uniforms and Steel Toed Safety Shoes
  • Opportunities to give feedback and suggestions in a judgement-free zone
  • Numerous fun activities throughout the year (potlucks, company picnics, holiday party and more)

Masters Gallery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
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