Careers
Join our team
to improve lives
Since 1984, we have grown from the little cheese plant in Hilmar to a global leader with facilities in California, Texas and Kansas (coming soon) producing cheese and ingredients to improve lives around the world. We invest in talent and technologies that allow us to collaborate and innovate with our customers. Our dedicated team excels at accomplishing challenges together. We pride ourselves on employees who feel valued, respected and who are appreciated. Come grow with us!
Career
Opportunities
Our Culture
It isn’t just about work, it is about building relationships and enjoying what you do. Team-building activities, family events and employee appreciation meals are part of the fun. Our foundation is our values of Relationship, Integrity, Improvement, Teamwork and Excellence.
HEADQUARTERS
HILMAR, CALIFORNIA
Headquarters & Innovation Center, Hilmar Manufacturing Site, Visitor Center
Conveniently located in the Central Valley just 2 hours to Yosemite and 2 hours to San Francisco. A smaller community with 4 colleges within 30 minutes: California State University, Stanislaus; University of California, Merced; Merced College and Modesto Junior College. Learn more about Hilmar, Merced and Modesto.
MANUFACTURING SITE
DALHART, TEXAS
MANUFACTURING SITE
DODGE CITY, KANSAS
Located in the southwest region, Dodge City is a medium-sized town with a sports complex, concert arena and Dodge City Community College. Wright Park features a zoo and is next to the Long Branch Lagoon Water Park. Learn more about Dodge City.
Career
Opportunities
BENEFITS
The health and well-being of you and your family are important to us. We offer a competitive wage and benefit-rich programs.
- A comprehensive health plan with medical, dental, vision, prescription, and hospitalization coverage with access to medical centers of excellence and low out-of-pocket expenses.
- A 401(k) retirement savings program with financial advisory services
- Telephonic medical consultations
- Nutrition and weight management counseling, including WW®
- Reduced membership fees at local gyms
- Annual seasonal flu shot clinics
- Employee assistance program
- Chaplaincy support and professional coaching
- Life and disability benefits
- Supplemental life insurance offerings
- Flexible Spending Account programs
- Health Savings Account opportunities
- Educational assistance benefits
- Paid time off, including vacation and floating holidays
- Instructor-led and web-based leadership development training
Most of these programs are available to benefit-eligible employees only. However, some are available to all employees, regardless of full-time status. Hilmar Cheese Company employees also enjoy:
- Discounts on cheese and items sold in our Visitor Center
- Family activities and events
INTERNSHIPS & COLLEGE GRADS
Internship Opportunities
Each summer we welcome college students for paid, project-based internships. Interns meet regularly for fun activities and to learn about all areas of the company. Internships are usually offered in operations, finance, quality and research & development.
New College Graduates
Your career starts here! Ready for a supervisory role? Our production supervisor training program provides the skills you need to be successful.
HILMAR IS AN
EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY
EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We participate in E-Verify.
If you have a disability and wish to seek a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call our recruiting department at (209) 667-6076.
