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Production Utility Technician (Dairy) in La Crosse

Date Posted: 05 June 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Join a growing dairy manufacturing team as a Production Utility Technician. This hands-on role supports production, processing, packaging, and sanitation operations while helping ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality dairy manufacturing. This position also serves as a backup to Production Leadership when needed.

Responsibilities

  • Support production, processing, and packaging operations
  • Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment
  • Assist with changeovers and equipment setup
  • Perform sanitation and CIP procedures
  • Move raw materials and finished products
  • Complete production records and quality checks
  • Support food safety, quality, and safety programs
  • Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, SOP, and SSOP requirements
  • Assist across departments to meet production goals
  • Serve as backup Production Supervisor when needed

Qualifications

  • Dairy manufacturing experience required, including raw material handling
  • Cheesemaker's License required or ability to obtain
  • Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, food safety, sanitation, and CIP systems
  • Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
  • Ability to lift, bend, stand, and work around manufacturing equipment
  • Willingness to learn multiple production areas

Preferred Experience

  • Packaging and processing operations
  • Production equipment operation
  • Warehouse and material handling
  • Dairy manufacturing environments

Why Join?

  • Growing dairy manufacturing environment
  • Cross-training and advancement opportunities
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Team-oriented culture
  • Long-term career growth potential

For confidential consideration, contact:

Alana Seddon gpac | Food & Beverage Manufacturing Recruiter alana.seddon@gogpac.com

All inquiries are held in strict confidence.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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