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production support Needed! 

The Sequatchie Cove Creamery (SCC) Support Assistant aids in various production steps including but not limited to- affinage (cheese aging), leaf wrapping, waxing, and stocking.

Position Summary 

  • Part-time, hourly position (20-30 hours per week)  

  • The work schedule is irregular with some variation. Flexible and weekend availability are a must.

  • No experience necessary

  • $16 per hour starting

Performance Expectations

*Essential Functions

  • Responsible for stocking Walden.

  • Responsible for leaf wrapping and waxing Shakerag Blue.

  • Assists with affinage; salting, spiking, washing, etc.

  • Keeps accurate and updated records.

  • Follows GMP and SSOP guidelines set by SCC.

  • Participates in multidisciplinary HACCP/food safety team.

  • Receives a 3rd party food safety training certificate at the direction of SCC within 6 months of start date.

*Non-Essential Functions

  • Participates in gainshare initiatives, works to help the team achieve goals.

Physical Demands

  • Must be able to safely lift up to 50lbs.

  • Must be able to work in cold/damp as well as hot/humid conditions.

  • Bending, stooping, walking, and standing for long periods of time.

  • Repetitive lifting and general handling of cheese.

  • Must be able to work with/around common allergens such as dairy products, fig leaves, and whiskey.

Personal Characteristics

  • Committed to organization-wide success.

  • Maintains good personal hygiene.

  • Self-organized and pays particular attention to detail.

  • Stays on task without supervision for extended periods.

  • Finds ways to stay productive and proactive.

  • Enthusiastic and engaging.

  • Comfortable giving and receiving feedback.

  • Communicates and works well as part of a team.

  • Recognizes when help is needed and asks for it.

  • Enjoys working in a rural environment.

Sequatchie Cove Creamery is an artisan cheese company located in the beautiful Sequatchie Valley near Jasper, Tennessee. SCC operates with the belief that the world can be made a better place through the work of cheese. Our hard-working staff go to work each day with the mission to create the highest quality cheese possible while providing an environment that is conducive to growth – for the company, the individual and the community.