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Recutify Inc. —Tillsonburg, ON
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- Heavy lifting
- Quality Control
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Recutify Inc. —Tillsonburg, ON
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Cheese Maker

Recutify Inc.
Tillsonburg, ON

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Heavy lifting
Food Handler Certification
Food Safety Certification
Quality Control
Food safety

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Job description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Cheese Maker with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the production of various cheese types, with a strong emphasis on Mozzarella and Feta. The successful candidate will be responsible for the entire cheese-making process, from milk reception and culture management to curd cutting, molding, brining, aging, and quality control, ensuring consistent product excellence and adherence to food safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and execute the complete cheese production cycle for Mozzarella, Feta, and other specified cheese varieties, from raw milk receiving to finished product.
Proficiently operate and maintain cheese-making equipment, including pasteurizers, vats, presses, and packaging machinery.
Monitor and control critical parameters such as temperature, acidity (pH), and humidity throughout the cheese-making, brining, and aging processes.
Perform precise curd cutting, stirring, molding, and brining techniques specific to each cheese type to achieve desired textures and flavors.
Implement and maintain strict adherence to all food safety regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMP), sanitation protocols, and quality assurance standards.
Conduct regular quality checks and sensory evaluations of cheese at various production stages to ensure product consistency and identify any deviations.
Maintain accurate production records, inventory of ingredients, and usage logs.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cheese quality, production processes, or equipment.
Collaborate with the production team to optimize efficiency and minimize waste.
Train and mentor junior staff on cheese-making techniques and safety procedures, as required.
Ensure a clean and organized work environment, following all health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of verifiable, hands-on experience as a Cheese Maker, with demonstrated expertise in crafting Mozzarella, Feta, and a range of other cheese types.
In-depth knowledge of cheese science, microbiology, and dairy processing principles.
Proven ability to manage milk coagulation, curd handling, and ripening processes for diverse cheese varieties.
Strong understanding of food safety regulations and quality control practices in a dairy manufacturing environment.
Experience with cleaning and sanitizing dairy equipment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production setting.
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Physical ability to lift and move heavy ingredients and cheese products (e.g., up to 50 lbs).
Food Handler's Certificate or equivalent food safety certification is an asset.
Formal dairy or food science education/training is a plus.

Working Conditions:

Requires standing for long periods, bending, lifting, and repetitive motions.
Exposure to varying temperatures and humidity levels typical of a cheese production facility.
Adherence to strict hygiene and safety protocols.

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