My Food and Family is hiring: Production Associate- 3rd Shift in Springfield

Overview

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, BRGs to help foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging for all employees, and an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.

Benefits & Compensation Overview

Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees. We offer a variety of benefits including:

• 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
• $20.35 per hour, plus shift differential for second and third shifts
• FOIP (Field Operations Incentive Plan) – Annual Bonus Plan

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Responsibilities

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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
• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Location

Springfield Plant

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, 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.