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Production Specialist - AM Shift

Juda, WI · On-site

$25.70/hr

Properly agitate, collect milk samples for quality testing, and for payments in accordance with regulatory standards. e. Load out cream, whey and milk from storage areas for appropriate processing. f.

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Production Specialist - PM Shift

Juda, WI · On-site

$22.25/hr

Properly agitate, collect milk samples for quality testing, and for payments in accordance with regulatory standards. e. Load out cream, whey and milk from storage areas for appropriate processing. f.

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As of Sep 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for milk tester in Wisconsin is $24.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.27 and $31.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a milk tester?

A Milk Tester is responsible for assessing the quality and safety of milk by conducting various tests, such as checking for bacteria levels, fat content, and contaminants. They collect milk samples from farms, processing plants, or dairy facilities and use specialized equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. Their role is essential in maintaining product quality and consumer health by identifying any issues before milk is processed and distributed.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a milk tester?

A Milk Tester’s typical day involves collecting milk samples from storage tanks or delivery batches, performing quality and safety tests for factors like fat content, bacterial count, and potential contaminants, and recording results in compliance with industry standards. They frequently calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, document test findings, and report any issues or inconsistencies to supervisors and production teams. Collaboration with dairy farmers, lab technicians, and quality assurance personnel is common to ensure standards are maintained throughout the process. This role requires a high level of diligence and a systematic approach to uphold the quality and safety of dairy products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the milk tester position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Milk Tester, you need a background in food science or dairy technology, attention to detail, and knowledge of laboratory testing procedures, often supported by specific industry certifications. Familiarity with laboratory instruments such as lactometers, pH meters, microbial testing kits, and quality assurance databases is typically required. Strong observational skills, integrity, and clear communication help in accurately reporting results and collaborating with dairy staff. These skills are crucial to ensure milk safety, regulatory compliance, and consistent product quality in the dairy industry.

What does a milk tester do?

A milk tester evaluates the quality and safety of milk by testing for contaminants, bacteria, fat content, and other quality parameters. They often use testing equipment and follow safety standards in a laboratory or processing plant environment to ensure milk meets industry regulations.

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Infographic showing various Milk Tester job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,625 per year, or $24.8 per hour.

DAIRY MANUFACTURING INTERN

Portage, WI • On-site

Associated Milk Producers, Inc.
Retail • 1 - 5K employees
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$18 - $23.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

AMPI owns six Midwest-based manufacturing plants where 10 percent of the nation's American-type cheese and processed cheese is produced. The cooperative's award-winning cheese and powdered dairy products are marketed to foodservice, retail and food ingredient customers. In 2019, the co-op launched its Dinner Bell Creamery brand and accompanying Co-op Crafted promise, highlighting more than 50 years of dairy farm families partnering with skilled cheesemakers.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.
The intern will learn what it's like to supervise in a food manufacturing facility. The intern will have the opportunity to work on a project and give a presentation at the conclusion of the internship to share what was learned. The intern will follow, learn, and work with our leadership team to gain hands on experience in the following areas.
  • Production Leadership:
    • Gains leadership, teaching, and coaching techniques
    • Learn effective communication methods
    • Acquire understanding of company policy and procedures and learning to enforce them.
  • Shipping & Receiving:
    • Learn the operation of the Receiving Intake Bay by unloading of milk from route trucks and test incoming milk for titratable acidity, antibiotic, temperature and aroma.
    • Understand the proper lab testing procedures for cheese, whey, cream, powder and milk.
  • Production:
    • Understanding the operation of cheese vats, DMC, tables, packaging line and the milk pasteurizer in the Cheese Department.
    • Education on the operation of RO, evaporator, separators and fine savers, ensuring proper technique, principles, and procedures in the Whey Department.
    • Learn how to make quality cheese and whey products adhering to customer specifications and standard of identity requirements.
    • Participates in staff planning and process improvements.
    • Acquire current knowledge and understanding of regulations, industry trends, current practices, new developments and applicable laws related to production in a dairy manufacturing environment.
    • Responsible to report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
  • Quality & Lab:
    • Learn and assist with proper lab testing procedures and quality inspections.
    • Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
    • Learn to anticipate, trouble shoot and resolve problems with GMPs and/or sanitation quickly.
    • Perform documentation review and inspection of materials, packaging and finished product.
    • Learn how to collect samples for equipment, environmental and in-process monitoring.
    • Actively meet and speak with quality employees to learn various aspects and responsibilities of their jobs.
  • Sanitation:
    • Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant's master sanitation program.
    • Proper chemical usage, measurements and personal protective equipment is required.
    • Learn and assist with conducting pre-operational and routine sanitation inspections.
  • Maintenance:
    • Opportunity to observe and develop maintenance skills to repair, replace and troubleshoot plant equipment or systems.
    • Assist with routine inspections of equipment.
  • Safety, Health & Environmental:
    • Learns and assists with safety, health and environmental programs.
    • Works in a safe manner always and wears all required personal protective equipment to perform specified jobs.
    • Collects data to determine effectiveness of implemented process improvements.
    • Participates in safety committee meetings.
    • Assist safety coordinator with incident investigations and identify opportunities for improvement and lessons learned.
    • Conduct audits and inspections.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Currently enrolled in an Associate, Bachelor, or Master's program with an interest in expanding knowledge in the food manufacturing industry.

Associated Milk Producers Inc. (AMPI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Military and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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