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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

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.

05/31/2026

Giving back to the communities where we live and work is something we value deeply at Great Lakes Cheese.

Our team in Plymouth, WI had a wonderful time volunteering with SSC this month—helping prepare garden beds, lending a hand around the property, and even making a few new goat friends along the way! 🐐💙💛

Thank you to SSC for welcoming us and for the incredible work you do every day. We're grateful for the opportunity to support your mission and make a positive impact together.

05/20/2026

Congratulations to our ten incredible award recipients on receiving the 2026 Stewardship Award at their respective site!

Each of these individuals represents the very heart of what it means to be an employee-owner. By embracing the spirit of growth and partnership, and living our core values of hard work, honesty, and integrity, they have set a standard of excellence for us all.

Their extraordinary and sustained contributions have made a lasting impact on our business. We are a stronger, better organization because of their dedication.

Thank you for your outstanding stewardship!

05/12/2026

We’re proud to call Geauga County home and grateful to be part of such a strong community! Supporting the people and organizations here means a lot to us, and we’re thankful to continue growing alongside the county that has supported us for so many years.

04/22/2026

Celebrate Earth Day by looking beyond today! At Great Lakes Cheese, we recognize that our daily choices do more than support the environment—they strengthen our people and our communities, for generations to come.

Through our Generational Impact efforts, our employee-owners act with integrity and intention to ensure a positive legacy. Whether it’s through sustainable practices or community support, every action we take is designed to benefit our people, our planet, and our purpose for the long-term.

Together, we are actively shaping a brighter future!

04/15/2026

Congratulations to Bill Merrick, Director of Packaging Operations, and this year’s Founder’s Award recipient! A steady leader who brings clarity and resolution to every challenge, Bill embodies the core values of our founder, Hans Epprecht: hard work, honesty, and integrity. Over nearly 12 years with Great Lakes Cheese, Bill has consistently stepped into the moments that matter—from successful plant startups to critical turnarounds—always leaving things better than he found them.

Deeply rooted in his respect for our employee-owners, Bill is a trusted mentor who leads with a practical, matter-of-fact approach and an unwavering commitment to doing what is right for our business and our people. Thank you, Bill, for your invaluable contributions, your deep operational expertise, and your dedication to shaping our ownership culture!

Address

17955 Great Lakes Parkway
Hiram, OH
44234

Website

http://www.greatlakescheese.com/

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