Machine Operator

Job Description

** Hiring for 2nd shift: 2 pm – 10:30 pm **

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Machine Operator to work at our food processing facility in Avon, NY! Successful candidates must be willing to supply improvements suggestions and ideas to help continue the success of our facility. Ideal individuals must be safety and quality orientated along with demonstrate adaptability and willingness to work in a team orientated, fast paced work environment. This position requires individuals to perform general production duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards.

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

We offer a variety of benefits depending on how you choose what is best for you, but what is offered are:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Reimbursement Account/Health Savings Account.
• Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Company paid Life Insurance, Company paid Short-term disability.
• The starting hourly wage for this role is $X/hr
• A $1.25 shift differential for second or $2.50 shift differential for third shift.

Role & Responsibilities:

Mahaffy Operator

• Ensure all tray cavities are filled with proper components and correct count, appropriately placed, and have no debris or smear in the seal
• Make adjustments and corrections as needed to ensure the quality of the packages
• Monitor equipment and make necessary adjustments to stay within defined parameters
• Ensure proper film registration and machine performance
• Navigate and maintain accurate OEE information
• Maintain housekeeping requirements in the area, including cleaning and sanitizing equipment as needed and at shift end.
• Complete and verify proper start-up/shutdown procedure

Thurne

• Operate Thurne meat slicer ensuring proper meat stacking, weight control, and proper feed rate
• Strip casing from meat sticks, monitor weights, load slicer
• Verify code date and OM number of the meat versus BOM/OM schedule information
• Perform duties to ensure proper operation and sanitation of the slicer during production

Ishida/Raque

• Maintain component weights and adjust as needed for Ishida and Raque fillers
• Navigate Ishida controls and make proper adjustments as needed
• Verify code date and OM number of material versus BOM/schedule information

Sanitation:

• Responsible for the sanitation of all related machinery, workstation equipment, floors, and drains, including disassembly and transporting parts offline for cleaning and reassembly after cleaning.
• Will perform a post-cleaning inspection of areas cleaned.
• Responsible for the disposal of all trash and recyclable materials in the production area.
• Responsible for the removal of all products and components from the work area and place in appropriate storage areas prior to the beginning of sanitation activities.
• Responsible for the knowledge, use, and safe handling of all chemicals and associated equipment used in the line and surrounding areas' cleaning, rinsing, and sanitation
• Periodic cleaning of the Lunchables room and all related material and storage areas.

Cheese Depositor

• Operate Cheese depositor ensuring proper cheese weight control and proper feed rate
• Open cheese bags and fill depositor
• Verify the code date and OM number of the cheese  versus  BOM/OM schedule information
• Perform duties to ensure proper operation and sanitation of Cheese depositors during production

Job Specifications

• Must become LO/TO Certified
• Must follow all plant and company GMP/PPE guidelines for the Lunchables area
• Must become certified /licensed in the operation of Big Joe/Walkie, Scissors Lift, Fall Protection, ladder use, and perform required daily safety inspections and battery change as needed
• Maintain a safe work record
• Ensure all required supplies/components are available at workstation for trays needing to be corrected prior to sealing
• Communicate equipment performance and any issues with following shifts operator/GL
• Monitor and correct/ fill missing components, incorrect counts, and place orientation
• Ensure no debris or smear in the seal
• Perform all additional duties as directed by the shift supervisor/GL or management.
• Keep work areas neat during shift and at shift end; ensure all product/debris is removed before sanitation and or following shift
• Successfully complete current written and hands-on testing requirements for all BR4 classified equipment within 45 days probationary period
• Maintain a level of professionalism and leadership assumed by bracketed positions
• Perform all duties as assigned by management
• Participate in the QRMP yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions
• Communication of any quality issues or concerns

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 50 – 100 pounds.

Sanitation: Will ensure that the equipment and machinery they work with is cleaned and sanitized according to the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program rules explained at the beginning of the employment and during refresher sessions

Quality Assurance: Ensures all products manufactured align with the Quality Assurance Program and policies reviewed during the on the job training applicable to this specific operation function.

Safety: Will follow the Kraft Heinz Safety Process and will keep themself and others away from harm while performing their duties. Will adhere to LOTO policy and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Able to work on weekends, Holidays and commit to mandated overtime
• A Minimum of a High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
• Must have strong communication skills
• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred

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 commitment 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 cultivating 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

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)

Avon 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.