All posting locations: Holland, Michigan, United States of America
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 22-Mar-2024
Ref #: R-80731
Description & Requirements
Kraft Heinz Company
Holland, MI
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Quality Technicians to work at our sauces, and pickles processing facility in Holland, MI. Successful candidates must be willing to contribute improvements suggestions and ideas to help continue the success of our facility. Ideal candidates must be safety and quality orientated along with demonstrate adaptability and willingness to work in a team orientated, fast paced work environment.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to stand during an 8 to 12-hour shift
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Candidates must be available to work all shifts including second or third and holidays
Benefits & Compensation Overview:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Company paid Life Insurance, Company paid Short-term disability
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HAS) with Company contribution
- Wellness Program
- Starting Pay Rate $23.43 an hour.
2nd shift premium $1
3rd shift premium $2
10 days of PTO (after your 90-day probation period)
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, including some weekends 10:00pm-4:00pm
Plant & Community Overview:
Plant Overview:
- Approximately 300 employees
- 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities- assigned based on business needs and seniority
- Union Plant, represented by UFCW Local 705
- Products: Vinegar, BBQ Sauces, Relish, Pickles, Mustard
- The Holland plant is one of the oldest plants in the company and has been operating since 1897. Although, locally known as the “pickle factory”, currently pickles only make up 5% of the total production. In 2016 the factory installed grey poupon mills to allow the production of its iconic mustard.
Job Overview:
To accurately evaluate product characteristics during manufacturing to assure compliance with designed manufacturing parameters. Take appropriate, timely action when product is not in compliance.
Vacuum gauge, headspace ruler, blender, refractometer, burettes, pipettes, pH meter, dilute acid and basic solutions, various scales, centrifuge, colorimeters, spec. 20, turbidimeter, various forms & charts, sieves assorted lab glassware, various chemical reagents, process & line sheets, torque meters, quantifier, and thermometers. Product Samples.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Obtain product samples and prepare for various test and reviews.
- Acquire and properly store Quality Assurance samples.
- Maintain accurate and complete records.
- Prepare barcode scanners for production lines at the beginning of every shift or line startup
- Perform hourly glass audits on relevant production areas
- Assist in troubleshooting as applicable when nonconformances are identified
- Conduct glass inspections after breakage incidents on the lines
- Verify Xray functionality bi-hourly on all applicable lines
- Review Xray reject images for potential contaminants as necessary
- Conduct hourly finished goods inspections including verification of proper codes and proper materials usage (bottle/cap/sleeve/etc.)
- Maintain a working knowledge of the pickle, vinegar, and juice manufacturing operations.
- Set up and perform organoleptic reviews as required.
- Perform any other duty as required by supervisor or lead person.
- Perform daily analytical prechecks and make recipe adjustments when necessary.
- Maintain accurate and complete records.
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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.