• Job Description

  Req#: R-93939

  Job Description

  I-Primary Functions: Perform assigned duties in the manufacture of various work in process and finished products in designated areas with competence.

  II-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to learn and demonstrate knowledge of these essential duties and responsibilities and will perform one or more of the tasks listed below:

  1. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • To properly place ingredients into containers.
  • Push racks from blancher room to line or blending area.

  • Requires continuous attention to changes in machinery or operational procedures.
  • Must communicate with others to insure proper production flow to avoid line downtime and waste and to reduce and eliminate rework.
  • Must communicate with appropriate personnel to insure quality of finished product.
  • Job tasks will be performed in a professional manner and oriented to prevent the disruption of the production line.
  • Must follow good manufacturing practices.
  • Participate/support the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) and assist in corrective actions.
  • Follow all USDA, FDA, HACCP and Quality rules and regulations. Take action and/or communicate with appropriate personnel to ensure QUALITY and FOOD SAFETY throughout each step of the production process.
  • Perform job duties in a safe manner, following all safety rules
  • Proficiently execute all checklists and forms relating to this job.
  • Job tasks will be performed in a professional manner and oriented to prevent the disruption of the production line.
  • Other duties will be assigned.

  2. Process Monitoring and Quality Control

  • Ensure food safe handling procedures, and quality standards are followed
  • Perform online cleanliness and quality inspections/analysis
  • Stopping production if a defect is found
  • Making necessary process and/or equipment adjustments
  • Make approved adjustments as appropriate to maintain process parameters within designated limits
  • Make recommendations regarding improving process operations
  • Eliminate any source of contamination

  3. Continuous Improvement

  • Monitor and identify abnormal, marginal and ideal process conditions and practices
  • Inspect finished product to assure adherence to specifications such as appearance, foreign substances and packaging or labeling requirements as required
  • Resolve problems such as downtime, waste, etc. by applying corrective actions techniques.
  • Participate in 5S and 5 Why manufacturing techniques.

  4. Operator Care

  • Perform minor adjustments and repairs to equipment (simple hand tools as required)
  • Monitor repairs and adjustments – communicate with team lead, maintenance, and quality

  5. Communication

  • Communicate with others to insure proper production flow to avoid line downtime and waste and to reduce and eliminate rework.
  • Display clear communication during shift turnover
  • Communicate with appropriate personnel to insure quality of finished product
  • Communicate with appropriate personnel to insure mechanical operation of equipment
  • Communicate effectively with all levels (other employees, Team Leaders, Management and representatives of other departments)

  6. Team Membership

  • Contributes to Heinz vision of World Class Manufacturing by participating in Performance System Teams, working to continually improve processes, efficiencies, reducing waste and minimizing costs. Able to record and track performance visually to be displayed and shared with Team members.
  • Display teamwork, a positive attitude, cooperation and professionalism
  • Use problem solving tools to continually improve process efficiency and reduce waste
  • Able to record and track performance
  • Contribute to team and self-development by participation in team meetings
  • Adhere to team code of conduct and values

  7. Adherence to Policies and Procedures

  • Follow all Safety & Environmental guidelines/policies
  • Adhere to all GMP’s and hygiene requirements.
  • Adhere to all plant rules and requirements
  • Perform routine housekeeping duties as required
  • Performs job assignments following all safety procedures, precautions and processes; including lockout/tag out and PPE where required.

  8. Administrative

  • Monitor, record and display line performance and material usage; Monitor and sustain Visual boards
  • Complete all paperwork and all other required documentation

  III-KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

  • Perform basic mathematical skills.
  • Read, write and comprehend written instructions and technical applications
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve

  IV-PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  Physical Demands

  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb ladders and steps.
  • Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
  • Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
  • Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 45 pounds
  • Regularly work at heights greater than five feet.
  • Close vision, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Regularly push pull or roll up to 400 pounds.

  Work Environment

  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
  • Frequently exposed to cool and/or wet conditions.
  • Noise level is usually loud. Hearing protection is required.

  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.

  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. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

  Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

  You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

  • 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(s)

  Massillon - Hourly

  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 .

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