2nd Shift Lidder Operator
Date: Sep 8, 2026
Location: La Crosse, WI, US, 54603
Company: Great Lakes Cheese
Job Overview
The Lidder Operator operates machinery to meet customer specifications in compliance with company policy related to GMP’s and Safety.
Job Responsibilities
• Maintain area, equipment, and personal safety and sanitation.
• Monitor change over’s and lids based on production schedule.
• Work with Machine Operators to track production count.
• Monitor, test and record metal detector information.
• Monitor Lidder machine glue to assure glue is on for startup.
o Fill glue pots as needed.
• Productive use of down time.
• Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist with training of new employees.
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.
Required Education and Experience
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and related equipment.
• Ability to work with computer screens and mechanical controls.
• Ability to read, and comprehend production schedules.
• Ability to do all necessary steps to change over machine, disassemble, reassemble and clean parts as required.
• Good communication skills, verbal and written.
• Ability to make minor decisions based on standard practices.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Above average mechanical ability required.
Preferred Education and Experience
- High School diploma or GED.
- Good trouble shooting skills.
- SAP experience.
- MES experience.
- Basic computer skills.
Working Conditions
EEOC & Disclaimer
Nearest Major Market: La Crosse
Nearest Secondary Market: Winona