All posting locations: Escalon, California, United States of America
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 11-Apr-2024
Ref #: R-81354
Description & Requirements
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a driven and detail-oriented Seasonal / Temp Accounts Payable Clerk to be responsible for selecting and purchasing quality products for our business. Seasonal / Temp Accounts Payable Clerks work in our tomato paste, pizza sauce, salsa, peeled pear canned tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, and tomato sauce production area in Escalon, CA. Under the direction of the Plant Buyer, the person selected for this position will be expected to become familiar with all aspects of receiving and processing invoices, tracking purchase orders, processing payments and provide cross-functional support to their assigned business unit. The Accounts Payable Clerk must work closely with the other members of the Production, Quality, Warehouse, and Finance teams and provide support to the cross functional departments.
Compensation/Benefits Overview:
Wage Rate: $25.50
Paid Sick Leave: Five (5) California Paid Sick Leave.
Work Schedule:
Monday-Saturday 8AM-5PM during the months of June - October subject to 7 days.
Overtime may be available based on business needs.
Potential Opportunity to stay working after October.
Plant & Community Overview:
Community Overview:
- Escalon is located in California’s Central Valley with a population of 7,558.
- Escalon has a large agricultural industry which is based on the fertile farmland surrounding the city.
- The Escalon story began in the 1940’s by Cristoforo and Emma Colombo.
- Each season, our tomato crop begins with seed varieties that have been carefully cultivated by our research team to provide the best balance of flavor, aroma, and color. Many of the growers who plant these seeds were handpicked by Cristoforo Colombo more than 50 years ago.
Plant Overview:
- Formerly Escalon Premiere Brands
- Over 600 employees during fresh pack season
- 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities
- Union Plant
- What we produce:
Job Overview:
Are you ready to join a fast-paced work environment with a team dedicated to producing high quality tomatoes found in more than 30 different food service products consumed all around the world?
As an Accounts Payable Clerk you’ll see first-hand how our tomatoes go from farm to table. You’ll be a front of the line employee who will contribute to our continuous growth.
Responsibilities & Duties:
May include, but isn’t limited to:
Working within the management team to ensure that all deliveries satisfy the assigned orders and report any back ordered or missing products
Scheduling of transportation for ingredients
Assisting the Supply Chain Manager with maintaining inventory levels and materials on a regular basis
Effectively communicating with the management team to ensure all orders are accurate
Processing purchase orders, track orders and maintain an inventory
Build relationships with suppliers
Research, select and purchase quality products, materials and supplies
Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery
Weekly ordering of packaging material
Daily reconciliation of purchase orders
Manage plant procurement activities for packaging materials and supplies
Maintain vendor accounts - coordinate orders, shipping, invoices, delivery
Daily inventory count supplies, such as cans during summer
Qualifications:
A/P experience preferred
SAP knowledge preferred
An understanding of purchase order software platforms (MRP) manufacturing resource planning preferred
Attention to detail for accuracy
Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint)
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Relevant experience
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.