About the position
As a factory worker at Uniekaas, you will play an essential role in ensuring our cheese products meet the high-quality standards that our customers love. Working with large blocks of cheese, you’ll use your physical strength and precision to handle and prepare the cheese for the next production stages. This role requires adaptability to a 3-shift system and a willingness to learn new skills, such as operating an electric pallet truck (EPT).
What You Will Do:
What You Will Do:
- Lift and move: 15 kg cheese blocks from racks to pallets with care and efficiency.
- Prepare cheese: position blocks on your workstation and use a high-tech shaving machine to remove crusts.
- Transport: use an EPT to move cleaned cheese to the next production stage.
- Maintain quality: ensure all cheese is handled according to Uniekaas standards.
- Collaborate: work closely with your team to meet production goals in a safe and supportive environment.
- 06:00 – 14:00
- 14:00 – 22:00
- 22:00 – 06:00
What we offer
At Uniekaas, we believe in rewarding hard work and dedication with a supportive environment and tangible benefits. Here's what you can expect when you join our team:
- Salary up to €25.42 per hour
- Shift allowances up to 40%
- Holiday pay + extra days off
- Travel allowance
- Chance of a permanent contract
Job Requirements
We are looking for a dedicated and physically fit team player who thrives in a structured environment and is eager to contribute to the production of high-quality cheese.
- Physically fit: comfortable with heavy lifting and standing work
- Available to work in a 3-shift system
- Own transport and accommodation are required
- Experience with EPT or willingness to learn
About the company
Located in the heart of Kaatsheuvel, Uniekaas is the oldest cheese brand in the Netherlands, blending tradition with innovation. Our mission is to craft rich, flavorful cheeses using time-honored Gouda methods and a unique recipe, ensuring every product meets the highest standards of quality.
At Uniekaas, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. From hands-on training opportunities to approachable supervisors, we invest in our people. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond production, as we value teamwork, growth, and community connection.
Are you ready to join a team where your contributions truly make a difference?
