General information

All posting locations: Holland, Michigan, United States of America

Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing

Date Published: 22-Mar-2024

Ref #: R-80741

Description & Requirements

De-Palletizer Operator

Holland, MI

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

  • Starting pay:  $22.23/hr
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
    • (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account
  • Additional perks:  Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental life insurance, etc.
  • 10 days of PTO (after your 90-day probation period)

Work Schedule:

  • Second Shift (2P – 10:30P) Monday – Friday, + 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)

Job Overview:

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are amongst the top 50 household brands in the U.S.?  This is a place for you to build your career and bring your appetite for more! We are currently hiring for De-Palletizer operators on 2nd shift. This person is responsible for the start of the packaging process, ensuring that bottles and cans are properly delivered to the lines! As you develop your operator skills there is plenty of room for growth to other roles within the factory.

Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Work in a safe manner, 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 de-palletizers in the facility to include but is not limited to the following tasks:
    • Setting up equipment
    • Changing over equipment
    • Shutting down equipment
    • Loading and unloading materials
    • Clearing jams
    • Inspecting incoming materials for defects
    • 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

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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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 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.