Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 22-Feb-2023
Ref #: R-55121
Description & Requirements
Line Technician
Woodstock Plant
Benefits & Compensation Overview:
- Starting Pay: $25.25/hour
- 11 Paid Holidays per Year
- Health/Dental/Vision Benefits provided by the Union
Work Schedule:
2nd Shift (M-F 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM)
- Daily overtime
- Occasionally Weekend Overtime
Plant & Community Overview:
Plant Overview:
- Union plant employing about 245 employees across 3 shifts
- Kraft Heinz Claussen Pickles is the only manufacturing location in the world that produces Claussen brand pickles. Founded in 1870 by CF Claussen & Sons.
- Kraft-Heinz Claussen Pickles is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all of our employees- while also meeting our obligations to preserve the environment.
Community Overview:
- Kraft Heinz Claussen Pickles Plant is located in Woodstock- IL; and it is an integral part of the Woodstock community
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Presentation:
Represents and projects the Production Department in a positive manner. At times- he/she will represent the department in various meetings at variable levels within the plant structure.
Leadership: Maintain a consistent- high awareness- and importance on safety. Lead by example.
Assist in creating ways to improve pack rates.
Perform weekly safety scans.
Professionally/respectfully work with employees while coordinating their efforts in the day-to-day operation.
Must know- understand and support all plant policies.
Training:
Assist in training and development and communication to employees.
Lead Level one meetings.
Evaluate training needs.
Encourage open communication to solve problems and improve results.
Organizational/Communication/Clerical Skills:
Must perform basic computer data entry.
Must be able to read reports and provide communication to crew.
Must be able to organize workday to most efficiently meet targets.
Technical Maintenance:
Understand the operation of all machines- including setups- changeovers- operating adjustments- and troubleshooting.
Must have the ability to train other employees in the safe use and operation of all equipment in production.
Must be able to learn new/existing equipment and the problems related to the equipment.
Must be able to clearly communicate mechanical concern and follow-up until repair is made.
Quality:
Follow all quality policies and procedures.
Read- understand and follow all product specifications.
Report all Q1 situations to Quality Assurance and your Supervisor.
Assure all Processes/HACCP checks are done correctly and timely.
Communicate quality issues to Supervisor- resample and retain unacceptable product- and assist in rework.
Perform and document periodic audit checks of the line operators to insure all HACCP/Process checks are done correctly and in a timely matter.
Evaluate or assist in the evaluation of product quality by sampling product as various stages and documenting results.
Collect- verify accuracy and file all daily Quality- HACCP and other manufacturing process paperwork.
Sanitation:
Keep our production lines clean at all times.
Perform ore-production inspections of production equipment.
Follow all glass break procedures.
Production:
Coordinate Line setup.
Deploy workforce to most efficiently operate production line.
Monitor production- quality and safety throughout the day to meet targets.
Make operation adjustments based on greenstock and equipment issues.
Understand labor- greenstock yield and supply budgets.
Perform product changeovers during the shift and for next shift.
Understand the HMI’s for OEE data entry.
Be able to work overtime as needed.
Measure employee work performance to determine methods to improve results.
Assists/relieve employees in the performance of their normal tasks.
Act as Production/Sanitation liaison- which includes ownership of set up.
Perform all other duties assigned by management.
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.
Why Us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.