About the Role
Job Description
Weekend Sanitation
Kendallville Plant
Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are a staple in households across the country? Kraft Heinz Kendallville is excited to help you start your career today!
Plant Overview:
- Non-union plant employing 280 employees across 3 shifts.
- Purchased in 1934 from Breyer’s Ice Cream and began producing caramel in 1935.
- Began producing Marshmallows and Marshmallow Crème in 1961 and Marbits (think dehydrated marshmallows found in cereal) in 1979.
- Kendallville is the sole producer of all our product lines.
Community Overview:
- Kendallville is located about 30 minutes north of Fort Wayne and offers a small-town community.
Responsibilities & Duties:
- Efficiently dismantle, clean, and re-assemble production equipment (i.e. kettles, pumps, pipes, valves, drums, tables, belts, sifters, dryers, packaging equipment/machines, conveyors, blenders, etc.) and support equipment (i.e. coils, drains, overheads, fans, etc.)
- Responsible for monitoring and communicating any process or product abnormalities to your Supervisor, Team Leader, or Line Technician.
- Responsible for supporting and guiding temporary employees assigned to designated area.
- Report all safety concerns and potential hazards to Supervisor, Team Leader, or Line Technician.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader.
Qualifications:
- Self-motivated with a strong drive for results.
- Use simple mathematics.
- Lift 50 pounds and able to climb a ladder.
- Able to work in areas that contain dust and starch particles.
- Able to work in hot and humid conditions.
- Basic knowledge of manufacturing and/or food processing, quality standards, hygiene, work safety, etc. preferred.
Benefits & Compensation Overview:
- Pay: 17.50/hour
- Annual Bonus Program
- 401k with company match
- Additional perks: Paid Parental Leave, Discounted YMCA Membership, Product Purchase Program, Employee Assistance Program
Work Schedule:
- 3rd shift, Friday 6:30pm – 6:30am & Saturday 6:00pm – 6:00am
- Daily/Weekly overtime possible
Kraft Heinz Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Kraft Heinz Foods Company is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations and adjustments to individuals with disabilities to enable them to participate in the application process and perform the essential functions of the job. If you require an accommodation or adjustment, please contact us to discuss your needs.
Location(s)
Kendallville Plant
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.
About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. Our emerging and iconic food and beverage brands deliver the best taste, fun, and quality to every table we touch. Worldwide.
We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. Consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress. As we drive innovation company-wide.
Our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We believe in being good humans — 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.
