Maintenance Storeroom Clerk

Job Description

Maintenance Storeroom Clerk – 1st Shift

Location:

Kraft Heinz – Cedar Rapids

4601 C Street SW

Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

Plant Overview:

• 3-Shift Operation
• Non- Union Facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members which are a mix of temporary and full-time associates.
• 100% Food Service, 4 bag soup lines, 1 tub line, 18 Kettles, 5 Filling lines, and 4 packaging lines.
• Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese

Company History:  Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980’s by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with their mother, using family held recipes for many kinds of soups. In the 1990s’ the name was changed to Quality Chef Foods. Heinz acquired Quality Chef foods in the mid 2000’s. In 2015 Kraft and Heinz merged to become Kraft Heinz as we know it today.

Community Overview:

The Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area is known as the cultural corridor.  There is always something to do, a site to visit or a show to see! Also, from Cedar Rapids there is an easy commute, great school communities, low crime rates and bike friendly. Cost of living ratio great.  Cedar Rapids is a vibrant city, encompassing unique attractions, exciting events, specialty shopping, a dynamic art scene, and a large variety of restaurant and nightlife options. You’ll find that Cedar Rapids offers one of the best places to live, work and play in the Midwest.

More information on Cedar Rapids, IA can be found at: http://www.cedar-rapids.org/

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! Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids is looking for candidates that want to make great soups!

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Maintenance Storeroom Clerk to work at our facility in Cedar Rapids, IA.  Ideal candidates must be safety and quality orientated and be willing to work in a team orientated, fast paced work environment.  This position requires individuals to perform activities involved in the supply of MRO items for the factory. Receive, Stock, & Issue all parts related to the plant and works with the MRO Coordinator to keeps inventory current and accurate.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Participate/support the RMP (Risk Management Process) and assist in the development of the system and operational standards and corrective actions.
• Maintain and disburse adequate supply of parts to meet plant needs.
• Issue parts to authorized personnel and assists mechanics with needs.
• Maintains accurate inventories, (stock and non-stock) weekly, bi-monthly, monthly and annually.
• Daily cycle counting of specified aisles/bins.
• Periodic physical inventory.
• Every 6 months run “Inactive Items Report” and have the Maintenance manager, supervisor and Project Engineer decide what can be obsolete from the system.
• Participates in reduction of total inventory, and eliminates obsolete parts when able, maintains sufficient stock levels while maintaining cost efficiency and minimum inventory levels.
• Assure proper stock level of parts and materials.  Check to determine all materials are accounted for and communicate to Buyer.
• Open “UPS RED” packages first and notify personnel involved.
• Responsible for UPS Deliveries, UPS outgoing and factory related freight shipments including FedEx and RPS
• Receive, check, and store parts which includes unloading from delivery trucks.
• Notify appropriate personnel of any non-stock deliveries.
• Daily match packing slips to POs and any other receiving paperwork, file, and notify buyer of any discrepancies.
• Complete GR confirmation and issues for the day by the end of shift.
• Pull and issue items for Work Orders.
• Clean up of MRO area according to schedule (garbage daily, sweep weekly).
• Communicate company policies to visitors and enforces policies and safety regulations.
• Training and Safety – Provide a safe and healthful work environment for all personnel through consistent support of the company’s Safety Process. 
• Must be able to work flexible hours, which includes providing coverage for other critical roles within the Maintenance Department.  
• As necessary, other duties and/or projects may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Prefer minimum of Associates Degree, or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or high school diploma or general education degree (GED) with 6 months to 1-year related experience and/or training; or a combination of related education and related work experience.
• Excellent written, oral communication, math skills and typing skills.

• Must be able to operate a forklift.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Demonstrate reliability and good work ethics, quality work performance, attention to detail is a must, and maintain a good working relationship with all other departments.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to multitask and work in a team oriented fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, and organizational skills and must be detail and process oriented.
• Willingness to grow with the organization.
• Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and be able to identify and solve problems.
• Incumbent must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have basic computer skills.

Work Schedule:

1st Shift

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Medical.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• Additional perks:  Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc.
• (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.
• Pay Rate: $ 24.47
• Start earning PTO at hire, generous
• Non-Union (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plan- BONUS PLAN

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical – Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social – Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Quality Chef – Cedar Rapids

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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.