OnPack Operator - 3rd Shift Job at Kraft Heinz Company in Iowa

Job Description

OnPack Machine Operator - 3rd Shift - 10:30pm - 7:00am

Location: Kraft Heinz – Cedar Rapids

4601 C Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Plant Overview

• 3-Shift Operation
• Non-Union Facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members, a mix of temporary and full-time associates
• 100% Food Service, 4 bag soup lines, 1 tub line, 18 Kettles, 5 Filling lines, and 4 packaging lines
• Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese

Company History

Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980s by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with their mother, using family-held recipes for many kinds of soups. In the 1990s the name was changed to Quality Chef Foods. Heinz acquired Quality Chef foods in the mid 2000s. In 2015 Kraft and Heinz merged to become Kraft Heinz as we know it today.

Community Overview

The Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area is known as the cultural corridor. There is always something to do, a site to visit or a show to see. Cedar Rapids offers a great quality of life with a vibrant city atmosphere, attractions, events, shopping, arts, and dining. For more information, visit the Cedar Rapids website.

Job Overview

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are among over 50 household brands in the U.S.? Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids is looking for candidates that want to make great soups. Ensure the machines are set up correctly and ensure all products are run efficiently with attention to quality and safety.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Able to adhere to a strict attendance policy
• Operate OnPack machines; be familiar with settings for all varieties of products
• Assemble on-pack machine, including X-Rays
• Sanitize conveyer buckets
• Hook up pipes to the kettles
• Name, code, and date product
• Monitor accurate temperature
• Return/Retrieve pre-weigh carts from prep/blanch
• Document times, temps, and weights
• Accurately document required information into IQS
• Challenge metal detector and X-Ray
• Change film
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Must be able to work in a safe manner
• Must ensure quality products are being packaged

• Responsible for following all Food Safety Policies and Safety Procedures. Responsible for Q-RMP standards implementation as defined by the accountability list document

• Employees will follow all safety protocols and perform their job responsibilities in a safe manner. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

• Successful candidates must have the willingness to:

Always perform to the highest level of competence. Cooperate as a team. Be open, especially with information and knowledge. Trust and be trustworthy. Respect others – customers, suppliers, colleagues – and yourself. Be accountable for one’s actions.

Work Schedule

3rd Shift - 10:30pm - 7:00am

Benefits & Compensation Overview

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Additional perks: Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), etc.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Pay Rate: $23.58 per hour
• Start earning PTO at hire, generous
• Non-Union (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plan – BONUS PLAN

Benefits: Coverage for employees and eligible dependents through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future. Benefits are in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that support physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being. Programs may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment factors.

• 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

Location: Quality Chef - Cedar Rapids

Equal Opportunity

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.