Sanitation Tech

Job Description

JOB: Sanitation Technician

Compensation Overview:

• The starting hourly wage for this role is $22.97-26.57

• Hourly Bonus Program

Work Schedule:

3rd Shift 11pm-7:30am

Flexible scheduling, 8-hour workday with overtime.

Employees may work weekends and holidays.

Available positions on 3rd shift only.

Plant & Community Overview:

Plant Overview:

The Champaign, IL plant is the flagship plant in the Kraft Heinz organization and the largest volume producing plant in North America.

• Established in 1963

• Home to 1000 employees, 3 8-hour shifts, 3 core departments

• Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings and A-1 steak sauce.  

• Community Overview: Welcome to our Champaign, IL community!

STATEMENT OF THE JOB:

– This position will require the employee to maintain the inventory and cleanliness of the Sanitation Supply Cage and be responsible for ordering on Ariba. – Under the direction of the Sanitation Coordinator, this position will assist in plant sanitation training, policies and procedure implementation, and auditing throughout the plant. This person will share responsibility for cost, quality, delivery, and safety in the department.

– The Sanitation Technician will be responsible for Sanitation operation/trouble shooting, and assist in training of all sanitation associates.

– This person will be familiar with all equipment and processes in the complex, so they are able to troubleshoot sanitation problems.

– The employee will be required to facilitate a close partnership with Sanitation Operations in order to resolve any sanitation-related issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The receipt of all Supplies to the Cage

2. Accurate match up of incoming items with appropriate Purchase Orders

3. Issuing Sanitation Supply items against appropriate supply sheets /PPE sheets

4. Identifying Sanitation items to ensure proper issue out and reorder of those items.

5. Proper shipping procedures to be followed when items are removed from the building.

6. Ordering of Bulk Chemicals for Sanitation Cage from Vendors, work with vendors on a weekly basis to capture opportunities, and work with Chemical vendor on innovating chemicals to improve the process.

7. Attach the proper vendor to Stock items.

8. Order Site Sanitation supplies, organize sanitation inventory and perform cycle count of inventory in cage

9. Work with Sanitation team, area supervison and supply/chemical vendors to identify cost savings opportunities.

10. Dispense Chemicals for Plant when received and maintain bulk totes throughout plant.

11. Unload Bulk Chemicals when Supply Trucks are received

12. Enter Supplies issued out into Database, along with PPE Database

13. Handle Mops /Dry and Wet received In and out with Vendor.

14. Period Cleaning in area.

15. Monitor sanitation quality (i.e. audits, documentation, policies, procedures and plant appearance).

16. Know and monitor all GMPs and housekeeping within the complex

17. Monitor period sanitation program for the plant.

18. Perform equipment inspections for maintenance and sanitation effectiveness

19. Participate in department teams as appropriate

20. Actively supports and participates in daily sanitation activities, noting issues, and helping to develop plans to address deviations.

21. Assist in preparation of and maintenance of sanitation procedures and QCDSM documents

22. Assist with plant record keeping to maintain compliance with safety, quality, HACCP, sanitation, and all regulatory documents.

23. Program and update information on the Chemical Dispensing systems for the plant.

24. Evaluate yearly vendors cost comparison and put into Spreadsheets. Calculate Finances.

25. Perform other duties incidental to the job as assigned by the sanitation Coordinator

26. Know, understand, and comply with Kraft Food’s Environmental Policy.

27. Reduce Kraft’s Environmental footprint. Participate in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions Oversee and lead the implementation of the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list.

Safety Responsibility: Responsible for wearing proper PPE, compliance of safety training, policy and procedures and report any unsafe safety conditons to a Supervisor/ Management

STATEMENT OF THE JOB: Temperatures may range from 60-85 degrees F. Hearing protection is required in all production areas. PPE used when dispensing Chemicals and when working in some areas and when completing tasks. Employee will be provided additional training in this position. Employee must be able to read/ comprehend ordering. Have some computer knowledge and minimal typing skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.Must possess basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, Power point, Outlook).

2.Experience in the operation of Database computer programs is required.

3. Must be familiar with shipping/receiving practices so as to identify, accurately, the method in which materials and supplies will be handled.

4. Must possess minimal typing skills which are adequate to input orders into Database

5. Must be able to recognize and identify and have working experience with Chemicals used in the Plant.

6. Must possess strong interpersonal skills for dealing effectively with other employees as customers.

7. Must be able to communicate effectively and possess strong interpersonal, analytical and problem solving skills.

8. Must understand and have a working knowledge of the sanitation policies and procedures.

9.Must be able to work effectively and with accuracy in a fast pace, complex, and flexible work environment.

10.Must be organized; be able to prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities.

11. Employee is responsible for assuring equipment is in a safe operable condition and must operate the equipment in a safe manner. Must have a valid fork truck/cushman cart license

12. Technician may frequently work with equipment and or supplies ranging from 5-100 pound

Preferred Qualifications:

-Must have three or more years of experience in the Sanitation Process within the plant

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)

Champaign 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.