Gr6 Palletizer (2nd shift)

  • All Posting Locations: Holland, MI, US
  • Job Functions: Manufacturing
  • Date Published: December 17, 2024
  • Ref#: R-88614

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About the Role

Job Description

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

  • Starting pay $22.37
  • Once certified: $23.33
  • Hourly union position
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account
  • Additional perks:  Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental life insurance, etc.

Work Schedule:

  • Second Shift (2P – 10:30P) Monday – Friday, + $1.00 shift differential
  • Ability to work all shifts as required by training needs
  • Saturday and Sunday overtime days as needed

Plant Overview:

  • Over 300 employees
  • Holland Plant has been around since 1897
  • Products produced: Sweet relish, Grey Poupon mustard, yellow mustard, vinegar, pickle variations, BBQ sauce
  • Union Facility – Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union (RWDSU)

Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Work in a safe manor, following all general safety rules of the plant. This includes but is not limited to the following tasks:
    • Following PPE requirements
    • Escalating safety defects and concerns to leads/supervisors
  • Assure that we are always working to meet or exceed our quality standards. This includes but is not limited to the following tasks:
    • Following GMP requirements
    • Inspecting raw materials and finished goods
    • Completing quality documentation
    • Assisting in rework as assigned
    • Escalating quality defects and concerns to leads/supervisors
  • Responsible for the operation of the palletizers in the facility to include but is not limited to the following tasks:
    • Setting up equipment
    • Changing over equipment
    • Shutting down equipment
    • Utilizing SAP for production accuracy
    • Clearing jams
    • Assisting with sanitation as required
    • Troubleshoot equipment as necessary
  • Support Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) at the operator level. This includes, but is not limited to, participation in the following processes:
    • Shift Hand Offs Meetings
    • Level 1 Meetings
    • Performance Boards
    • Centerline Management (CLM)
    • Clean to Inspect and Reapply Lubrication (CIL)
    • 5S
    • Defect Handling
    • Start Up/Shut Down
    • Changeovers
    • Daily Problem Handling
  • Work with support departments to improve line performance
  • Keep work area clean and orderly
  • Perform any other duty as assigned by supervisor or lead person

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 50 – 100 pounds, requesting assistance as necessary.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.  The employee will be exposed during his/her job to high noise levels, chemicals, exposure to strong odors, fumes or airborne particles, constant stair climbing, and slippery floors.

Personal Protective Equipment:  The employee is regularly required to wear company authorized safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, rubber boots, chemical protection and other personal protective equipment to successfully perform the functions of this job safely.

Qualifications:

  • Upon hire will train to become Lock Out Tag Out certified and maintain qualification
  • Must successfully pass on the job training and maintain operator qualification

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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)

Holland Factory

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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