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Great Lakes Cheese Company

Great Lakes Cheese is an award-winning manufacturer and packager of natural and processed cheeses.

Great Lakes Cheese has packed every moment with passion and potential since 1958. We have grown rapidly by investing in the best technologies for production and distribution – and by setting high industry standards for service. Currently, Great Lakes Cheese serves the nation’s retailers and food service operations with eight strategic facilities across the U.S. Find us on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/great-lakes-cheese
Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrtLakesCheese

08/01/2026

Today, our hearts (and taste buds) are fully in Adams, New York, as we celebrate the 16th annual Cheddar Cheese Festival alongside our amazing local neighbors, farmers, and friends! In Adams, Cheddar Cheese is more than just a product—it’s part of the community’s identity. It represents the hard work of local dairy farmers, the skill and craftsmanship of dedicated cheesemakers, and the pride that comes from producing something truly exceptional. If you’re out enjoying the festival festivities today, stop by, say hello, and celebrate local tradition!

07/30/2026

Happy National Intern Day! Today we're recognizing the interns who spent their summer learning, growing, and contributing across our teams. Thank you for your hard work, curiosity, and willingness to take on new challenges. We appreciate all you've brought to Great Lakes Cheese and wish you the very best as you continue your academic and professional journeys.

07/01/2026

From local parades to ice cream socials, our teams have been busy celebrating National Dairy Month all June long! 🎉🍦Take a look at some of the highlights from our sites.

How did you celebrate dairy month? Drop your favorite memory in the comments! 👇

06/30/2026

At Great Lakes Cheese, our strength comes from our employee-owners, and we are lucky to have such dedicated leaders guiding the way. As we continue to celebrate Dairy Month, we’re turning the spotlight on these three Plant Managers who exemplify leadership, safety, and operational excellence:

📍 Kim Passa – Plymouth, WI
📍 Jack Lee – Fillmore, UT
📍 Ryan Brickner – Franklinville, NY

Join us in the comments! Where are you cheering from? 🧀 for Wisconsin, ⛰️ for Utah, or 🚜 for New York. 👇

06/23/2026

Great products don’t just happen—they are produced by dedicated teams led by exceptional people. This Dairy Month, we are recognizing our Plant Managers - the leaders behind our operations who keep teams focused, solve challenges, and keep us moving forward every day. They ensure we reach our goals and maintain the high standards our customers expect.

Please join us in celebrating the leadership of Plant Managers:

📍 Mark Zblewski – Wausau, WI
📍 Dawn Butcher – Manchester, TN
📍 Nick Dnistrian – Adams, NY

Where are you joining the celebration from? Tell us in the comments! 🧀 Wisconsin | 👢 Tennessee | 🚜 New York

06/11/2026

Congratulations, Ivy, on being named Coordinator of the Year! 🎉 Your dedication to helping our communities and supporting Harvest for Hunger continues to make a meaningful impact. We're proud to have you representing Great Lakes Cheese and grateful to be part of such an incredible effort to help fight hunger across Northeast Ohio.

06/09/2026

Two truths and a lie: Edition! Can you spot the fake fact? 🕵️‍♂️🧀Leave your answer in the comments! Come back tomorrow for the answer in the comments📢. Information is provided by the International Dairy Foods Association.

06/05/2026

Dairy Month is about more than just the products we produce - it is about the people leading the way behind the scenes. Behind every package of cheese, every challenge, and every win, are the Plant Managers who keep our sites moving forward each day. This month, we are shining a spotlight on these leaders who make it happen with the many dedicated employee-owners at their sites.

Please join us in recognizing our first three featured Plant Managers for their exceptional leadership and commitment to providing our customers nationwide with safe, quality product each and every day.
📍 Brady Bornhauser – La Crosse, WI
📍 James Montgomery – Abilene, TX
📍 David Bohman – Hiram, OH

Let us know where you're supporting us from by leaving a 🧀 for Wisconsin, 🤠 for Texas, or 🌰 for Ohio in the comments below! 👇

06/04/2026

Happy ! 🧀💛 It takes time, tradition, and an incredible amount of dedication to produce your savory favorites—and at Great Lakes Cheese, our family of employee-owners puts that dedication into practice every single day with every package we produce.

As the nation’s leading natural cheese packager, we are proud to provide an affordable, nutritious staple that fuels families across the country. In fact, you’ve likely enjoyed our cheese without even knowing it! From the melted perfection on top of a slice from your local pizza shop to the packs you grab off the shelf at your go-to grocer, our hands help craft the products that bring people together.

According to the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), the American cheese industry has grown into a phenomenal powerhouse, with more than one-third of all U.S. milk production dedicated to cheese. We are honored to lead the way, growing alongside consumer appetites while staying true to the craft and quality behind every single block.
From our plants to your plate, thank you for making what we do possible!

06/01/2026

National Dairy Month is a time to recognize the people behind every package of cheese. From our employee-owners to our partners, we’re proud to work alongside talented teams committed to delivering protein-packed, flavor-filled cheese products to families nationwide. Together, we’re helping create a product people enjoy every day.

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17955 Great Lakes Parkway
Hiram, OH
44234

Website

http://www.greatlakescheese.com/

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