Kraft Heinz · 3 weeks ago
Production Associate I
Springfield, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.50/hr - $21.85/hrKraft Heinz is a leading food company, and they are seeking a Production Associate I for their Process Cheese department. The role involves maintaining quality standards, operating equipment, and performing sanitation duties while ensuring safety and compliance with operational standards.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMeat and PoultryTobacco
Responsibilities
Responsible for maintaining quality standards by checking quality of seals, code dates, labels, packaging of product, weights, odor, color, temperature of product, etc
Responsible for accurately inserting components in cartons, taking weights, and accurately recording data
Responsible for ensuring accurate supplies are used
Stacking at end of line on skid; requires constant reaching, bending, and twisting
Operate packing or filling equipment
Recordkeeping as required on manual, computer, and other systems
Ensures that housekeeping and Kraft quality standards are maintained in the work area
General housekeeping duties include sweeping, bending, pickup up trash, lifting trash bags filled with trash, picking up cheese bags!
Operates material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Performs variety of sanitation and maintenance-type functions
Must check product and fill out quality documentation
Peel out and salvage rejected product
Follow GMP’s outlined in handbook
Willing to collaborate with others on the line – 'Teamwork'
Will perform either production or sanitation jobs
Will work on 1st floor, 2nd floor, 3rd floor, grinding room, coolers, production areas, and SCOF areas
Performs sanitation duties when required
Must be willing to be an active participant in Safety and Efficiency Improvement Teams
Performs other duties as advised by the Leadership Team
Must maintain equipment by applying the KHMS system and settings
Complete a variety of maintenance-type tasks such as change-overs, set-ups, pit stops, minor maintenance and adjustments, lubrication, etc
This position will be encouraged to complete training on upgrade and relief positions within the Process Cheese department
Accountable for the Safety, Health and Environmental systems and operational standards to ensure compliance as it is outlined in our policies/procedures and processes
Understand and apply KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management System) practices such as 5S, centerline management, shift hand-offs, operational standard ownership/support, problem solving, etc
Qualification
Required
Able to acquire Fork Truck License
Knowledge Basic math, reading and communication
Working Environment Primarily indoors with temperature ranges from lower 40s to upper 90s. Can be in hot/humid, or cool environment depending on job task. Can be exposed to wet conditions during sanitation. Will be required to work from Vertilifts, ladders, and platforming
Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, sorting, and reaching to both ground level and overhead
Lifts, carries, pushes, lifts and grips objects; climbs stairs
Routinely pulls and moves up to 50 pounds
Must possess manual dexterity vital to operate equipment and disassemble and reassemble equipment
Must be capable of standing while inserting components
Must be able to do sustained activity jobs
Benefits
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Company
Kraft Heinz
Kraft Heinz is a multinational food and beverage company offering a diverse range of condiments, sauces, snacks, cheese, and frozen foods.
Founded in 2015
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20M2019-06-10Post Ipo Equity· $20M
2015-07-06IPO
Leadership Team
Andre Maciel
Chief Financial Officer
Carlos Abrams-Rivera
Executive Vice President and President, North America Zone
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