Kraft Heinz · 6 hours ago
Processor - 3rd shift ($21.58/hr + shift differential)
Jacksonville, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21.58/hr - $21.58/hrKraft Heinz is a leading company in the food industry, and they are seeking a Processor for their 3rd shift operations. The role involves batching food products according to approved recipes while ensuring adherence to food and safety standards, along with various responsibilities related to equipment operation and maintenance.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMeat and PoultryTobacco
Responsibilities
Obtains instruction from lead processor or supervisor
Ability to follow complete production schedules with minimal scrap/spoilage
Keep up with volume of work required
Visually inspects equipment at station for cleanliness or obvious maintenance problems
Cleans small machine components, as needed
Reports any problems to lead processor or supervisor
Makes piping connections as needed for particular process on schedule
Monitors equipment controls, temperature meters, valves and adjusts as needed
Operates forklift/pallet jack to obtain ingredients or move pallets/totes in and around processing area
While slow, assists processing assistants in cleaning processing areas by scrubbing walls, hosing floor, sweeping floor/emptying trash and performing other cleaning duties
Utilizes can openers, knives, band cutters, snips, pliers and other small items to open ingredient cases/packages
Maintains neat work area. Wipes spills that have occurred during mixing process
Records data pertaining to work completed, ingredients used, lot codes and other processing information
Assists in cleaning equipment and lines between recipes
Very occasionally obtains ingredients/supplies from warehouse
Obtains samples of batches and taste test
Asks lead, supervisor or material handler if there is any rework
Uses rework if there is any consistently
Determines ingredients required for formula/recipe and the required amount
Ability to safely lift 50lbs on a regular basis
Obtains ingredients from storage area or around work area and pours into kettle
Meters in other ingredients as required by watching meters and turning on/off kettle
Utilizes drum lift by strapping drum into lift and operating hydraulic lift with chain
Manually pushes drum lift to kettle and dumps drum of ingredients as needed
Operates controls to activate mixers and equipment
Monitors controls, equipment temperature, valves, and adjusts equipment to meet formula requirements
Hoses spills off floor and hoses towards drains
Obtains, measures and weighs additional ingredients to set aside in preparation for next batch or recipe
Assists other processors in pouring ingredients into kettles as needed
Collects samples and tests for pH, acidity, viscosity and solids
Reads test results and adjusts equipment/recipe accordingly
Notifies lead processor of any major adjustments needed, or problems with process
Transfers finished products to drum, tote, or tank by pumping through piping system
Operates switches to control pumps when batch is complete
Assists in preparing drums, totes, or tanks for storage of product by ensuring that the proper placarding information is on the package
Determines appropriate size of batch needed to accommodate orders and line
Closely monitors batch temperature while processing and waiting for packaging to ensure that product will not set prematurely
Operates equipment in a safe manner following GMP guidelines and keeps work area clean
Supports the Jacksonville plant FSQ and QRMP initiatives on any and all procedures/programs pertaining to product safety
Participates in meetings and have scheduling flexibility
Trains others as necessary
Fills in for other positions as necessary
Occasionally testing batches in the lab and recording information on proper documentation
Additional responsibilities of this position include assisting in the creation of a culture of safety and health by performing work safely in accordance with all company safety procedures
Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor
Occupational safety and health performance is measured in this position
Other duties assigned
Qualification
Required
Processing/Quality Assurance experience in the food industry
Knowledge of all production activities and equipment and working knowledge of quality standards for all products to ensure the safety and quality levels of the finished products
Must be able to communicate well, both verbally and in writing
Must be able to identify, define, improvise and resolve spontaneously, quality, sanitation and technical problems
Must be able to carry 50lbs with frequency
Ability to follow complete production schedules with minimal scrap/spoilage
Keep up with volume of work required
Visually inspects equipment at station for cleanliness or obvious maintenance problems
Cleans small machine components, as needed
Reports any problems to lead processor or supervisor
Makes piping connections as needed for particular process on schedule
Monitors equipment controls, temperature meters, valves and adjusts as needed
Operates forklift/pallet jack to obtain ingredients or move pallets/totes in and around processing area
While slow, assists processing assistants in cleaning processing areas by scrubbing walls, hosing floor, sweeping floor/emptying trash and performing other cleaning duties
Utilizes can openers, knives, band cutters, snips, pliers and other small items to open ingredient cases/packages
Maintains neat work area. Wipes spills that have occurred during mixing process
Records data pertaining to work completed, ingredients used, lot codes and other processing information
Assists in cleaning equipment and lines between recipes
Very occasionally obtains ingredients/supplies from warehouse
Obtains samples of batches and taste test
Asks lead, supervisor or material handler if there is any rework
Uses rework if there is any consistently
Determines ingredients required for formula/recipe and the required amount
Ability to safely lift 50lbs on a regular basis
Obtains ingredients from storage area or around work area and pours into kettle
Meters in other ingredients as required by watching meters and turning on/off kettle
Utilizes drum lift by strapping drum into lift and operating hydraulic lift with chain
Manually pushes drum lift to kettle and dumps drum of ingredients as needed
Operates controls to activate mixers and equipment
Monitors controls, equipment temperature, valves, and adjusts equipment to meet formula requirements
Hoses spills off floor and hoses towards drains
Obtains, measures and weighs additional ingredients to set aside in preparation for next batch or recipe
Assists other processors in pouring ingredients into kettles as needed
Collects samples and tests for pH, acidity, viscosity and solids
Reads test results and adjusts equipment/recipe accordingly
Notifies lead processor of any major adjustments needed, or problems with process
Transfers finished products to drum, tote, or tank by pumping through piping system
Operates switches to control pumps when batch is complete
Assists in preparing drums, totes, or tanks for storage of product by ensuring that the proper placarding information is on the package
Determines appropriate size of batch needed to accommodate orders and line
Closely monitors batch temperature while processing and waiting for packaging to ensure that product will not set prematurely
Operates equipment in a safe manner following GMP guidelines and keeps work area clean
Supports the Jacksonville plant FSQ and QRMP initiatives on any and all procedures/programs pertaining to product safety
Participates in meetings and have scheduling flexibility
Trains others as necessary
Fills in for other positions as necessary
Occasionally testing batches in the lab and recording information on proper documentation
Additional responsibilities of this position include assisting in the creation of a culture of safety and health by performing work safely in accordance with all company safety procedures
Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor
Occupational safety and health performance is measured in this position
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.
Wellbeing
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
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$20M2019-06-10Post Ipo Equity· $20M
2015-07-06IPO
Leadership Team
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Chief Financial Officer
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