Production Associate II - 12 Hr Night Shift

Job Description

Description:

• Responsible for operating respective equipment in the Process Cheese Department.

Job Responsibilities:

• Able to work effectively & efficiently with other Operators, Utilities, Line Tech, & Case Packer Operator.

• Assist with removal of trash & recyclables from the Filling room.

• Responsible for notifying appropriate personnel to assist correcting finished product back to target.

• Performs Sanitation on all Free Pack Filling Line equipment. Includes operating ACS system to clean water bath & dosing tanks, operating COP tubs, and operating CIP unit to wash Filling Circuits.

• Assist with Period Cleaning during downtimes & sanitation windows.

• Responsible for scraping, cleaning, and inspecting for cleanliness and damage on all Filling Equipment.

• Responsible for required prestart-up checks.

• Assist with R&D Trials as needed.

• Communicate closely with Filling & Cooking.

• Perform & document all Period Cleaning items for Filling Equipment as required.

• Maintain Kraft quality standard by checking quality of seals, code dates, labels, packaging, weights, odor, color, temperature of product, etc.

• Maintain machine operating condition through proper cleaning and lubrication to maximize line optimization. This includes variety of maintenance-type functions (i.e., change-over, set-up, minor maintenance and adjustments, lubrication, production programming, etc.).

• Ensure housekeeping and Kraft quality standards are maintained in the work area.

• Perform recordkeeping as required on manual, computer, and other systems. Includes OSCAR Boards & RAIL items.

• Coordinates the job duties or changes of duty during shift operations.

• Responsible for correct decisions and notifying the proper personnel when there are problems.

• Train new or inexperienced associates.

• Maintain proper line speeds.

• Actively participate as a team member.

• Able to learn/demonstrate proficiency in MES applications.

• Report and correct unsafe acts or conditions.

• Operate material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Perform other duties as directed by Team Leader or designee.

• Performs variety of maintenance-type tasks such as change-overs, set-ups, pit stops, minor maintenance and adjustments, lubrication, etc.

• 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• Knowledge: Basic math, reading and communication.

• Working Environment: Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general production environment.

Qualifications:

• Able to acquire Fork Truck License.

Physical Requirements:

• Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, sorting, and reaching to both ground level and overhead

• Lifts, carries, pushes, routinely pulls, and moves up to 100 pounds.

• Holds and grips objects; must possess manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment, disassemble and reassemble equipment.

Location(s)

Springfield Plant

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 NATAI@kraftheinz.com.