7 Equipment Cleaner – Liquid Receiving

Job Description

Equipment Cleaner – Liquid Receiving

New Ulm Plant

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Medical.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• Additional perks:  Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), access to shop at the Company Store.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• Equipment Cleaner positions begin at $28.46 per hour.
• Non-Union (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plant.

Work Schedule:

Weekly Rotating Shifts for Production Employees, Monday through Friday.  Shift start time depends on the department, but weekly rotations begin on 3rd, 2nd, and then 1st shift. 

Plant & Community Overview:

Plant Overview:

• The Kraft Heinz Plant in New Ulm has been a workplace of choice in the community since its opening in 1955.  Current products include Velveeta, Velveeta Mini-Block, Kraft Deli-Deluxe, and Foodservice for popular restaurant chains.
• 400 Hourly Employees.
• 23 Salaried Employees.
• Average tenured employee is 12 years of service.
• Over 125 employees have more than 20 years of service.
• There is over 5,000 years of experience in the New Ulm Plant!

Community Overview:

Welcome to our New Ulm Community!

Job Overview:

At our New Ulm location, we make processed cheese.  The work here is fast paced and we reward hard work and strong performance.  The greater your performance, the more opportunities you will have to work your way up in the company.  The Processing Equipment Cleaner must possess the skill and knowledge to dismantle, clean, sanitize and reassemble all equipment in the Processing system to produce the most consistent high quality product at the lowest cost.  This person must be a team worker and operate from simple written instructions, as well as brief verbal instructions.  Must be able to perform with minimum supervision and regularly coordinate the work of others.  They must possess the ability for department maintenance functions.  The work requires mathematical skills of addition and subtraction and also some computer knowledge.  Work may vary and be complex at times, requiring skill in adjusting and an awareness of all varieties.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Production:

• Wet mix and cream scales.
• Distribute emulsifier carts.
• Empty trash containers and remove to trash truck.
• Assist ingredient handlers.
• Assist in distribution of EMC.
• Assist in making of wet mix.
• Changeover of all liquid holding tanks.
• Make EMC, EMFC, EMC Swiss.
• Assist with Butterfat (AMF) unloading

Sanitation:

Must have understanding to dismantle, clean, sanitize and reassemble:

• Product pumps, piping and screens.
• Liquid storage tanks.
• Roof vents.
• CIP Systems.
• Unload tank trucks and clean (cream, MPC, whey, WPC).
• Upkeep of all period works in area.
• Must possess knowledge of all changeover procedures and sanitation procedures.
• Must possess knowledge of all chemicals and cleaners.
• Must be responsible for all paperwork and record keeping.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED Preferred.
• Previous Manufacturing Experience Preferred.
• Seeking individuals who work well with teams, are goal oriented, and enjoy satisfaction in performing a job well done.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds infrequently, with or without reasonable accommodations.

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)

New Ulm 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.