Kraft Heinz · 15 hours ago
Production Associate I
Springfield, MO
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$20.35/hr - $20.35/hrKraft Heinz is a global food company with a mission to disrupt the food industry. They are seeking a Production Associate I to perform duties in a food manufacturing environment, ensuring quality and safety standards are upheld while working as part of a team.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMeat and PoultryTobacco
Responsibilities
Understand and apply KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management System) practices such as 5S, centerline management, shift hand-offs, operational standard ownership/support, problem solving, etc
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 recording data
Responsible for ensuring supplies are used on the line
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
Operates material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Performs a variety of sanitation and maintenance-type functions such as change-overs, set-ups, pit stops, minor maintenance and adjustments, lubrication, etc
Must check product and fill out quality documentation
Follow GMP guidelines
Professionally work as part of a team
Must be willing to be an active participant in Safety and Continuous Improvement Teams
Performs additional duties as directed by Team Leader and Shift Leader
This position will be expected to complete training on upgrade and relief positions within the 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
Qualification
Required
Ideal candidates must be motivated to work in a team-orientated, fast-paced environment
This position requires individuals to perform duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards
Understand and apply KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management System) practices such as 5S, centerline management, shift hand-offs, operational standard ownership/support, problem solving, etc
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 recording data
Responsible for ensuring supplies are used on the line
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
Operates material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Performs a variety of sanitation and maintenance-type functions such as change-overs, set-ups, pit stops, minor maintenance and adjustments, lubrication, etc
Must check product and fill out quality documentation
Follow GMP guidelines
Professionally work as part of a team
Must be willing to be an active participant in Safety and Continuous Improvement Teams
Performs additional duties as directed by Team Leader and Shift Leader
This position will be expected to complete training on upgrade and relief positions within the 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
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 necessary to operate equipment and disassemble and reassemble equipment
Ability to stand while inserting components and do sustained activity jobs
Basic math, reading, and communication
Ability to adjust to temperature changes (lower 40s to above 100 degrees); can be in hot/humid or cool environment depending on assigned job tasks
Preferred
Prior manufacturing experience is preferred
Benefits
Fully customizable medical plans (HRA, HSA, FSA), multiple carrier choices + Prescription (Rx) card
Full suite of additional plans vision, dental, company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, wellbeing program, employee assistance program, adoption assistance, childcare FSA, paid parental leave, plus other additional benefits.
401(k) matching + extra 3% automatic company contribution
Paid Vacation and Holidays
FOIP (Field Operations Incentive Plan) – Annual Bonus Plan
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
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (21)
2024 (22)
2023 (14)
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2020 (30)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20M2019-06-10Post Ipo Equity· $20M
2015-07-06IPO
2015-03-25Acquired
Leadership Team
Carlos Abrams-Rivera
Chief Executive Officer
Andre Maciel
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-07
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