All posting locations: Champaign, Illinois, United States of America
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 16-Mar-2023
Ref #: R-67845
Description & Requirements
Benefits & Compensation Overview:
- Competitive Medical- Dental- Vision- and Prescription Coverage.
- Vacation and Sick Leave Programs.
- Additional perks: Pet Insurance- (EAP) Employee Assistance Program- other Employee Discounts.
- (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.
- Starting $29.80/hr (plus shift premium)
- Hourly Bonus Program.
Work Schedule:
Flexible scheduling- 8-hour workday with possible overtime.
Employees may work weekends and holidays.
Available positions on 2nd and 3rd shifts only.
Plant & Community Overview:
Plant Overview:
The Champaign- IL plant is the flagship plant in the Kraft Heinz organization and the largest volume producing plant in North America.
- Established in 1963
- Home to 850 employees- 3 8-hour shifts- 2 core departments
- Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese- Miracle Whip- Kraft salad dressings and A-1 steak sauce.
- Community Overview: Welcome to our Champaign- IL community!
Job Overview:
Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are amongst over 50 household brands in the U.S.? This is a place for you to create your career and make a difference!
Joining the Champaign team is a great way to grow your skills- develop your abilities and delight consumers every day. We are currently seeking energetic and driven individuals to join our team.
Associates will perform equipment maintenance- inspection- modifications and troubleshooting duties in a food manufacturing environment- following strict product safety and quality standards. Interested individuals must be able to work in a fast paced- complex environment.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Responsible for wearing proper PPE- compliance of safety training- policy and procedures and report any unsafe safety conditions to a Supervisor/ Management
- Exhibits safe work habits and encourages other to work safely
- Participate in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.
- Oversee and lead the implementation of the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list.
- Operation of equipment to optimize quality and productivity- adjustments- change oversee- troubleshooting and repairs.
- Preventative maintenance- developing- updating and executing the process
- Equipment overhaul- modifications and installations.
- Able to troubleshoot a fix various manufacturing equipment
- Training of line associates.
- Continuous improvement through innovation.
- Ensure all products being produced meet quality specifications.
- Execution of basic equipment maintenance- cleaning- inspection- lubricating- and adjusting.
- Performs sanitation and assures compliance with sanitation standards.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma preferred.
- Previous experience in manufacturing environment and/or as an a automotive technician preferred.
- Able to demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
- Able to safely and effectively operate power tools- hands tools- and electrical/instrument test equipment.
- Able to work under a fast-paced work environment and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Appropriate time management skills to meet deadlines.
- Able to follow directions and ability to perform tasks from start to finish with minimal supervision
- Exercises good judgment and decision-making skills- bringing up to the supervisor any issues outside of his/her scope of responsibility and control.
- Able to work flexible schedules when needed.
- Able to safely work at heights.
- Safe work habits.
- Able to use a computer.
- Maintain an excellent attendance record / adherence to attendance policy.
- Promotes teamwork.
- Attention to detail to avoid and/or identify errors.
- Good organizational skills.
About Us
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for assistance.