Floor Lead Person - Transportation and Warehouse (2nd shift)

Kraft Heinz; Holland (MI); On-site; EUR 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental life insurance

Job summary

Kraft Heinz Holland Plant is seeking a lead warehouse associate to oversee receiving, shipping, and forklift operations. You will coordinate forklift drivers, train staff, and ensure accurate documentation and inventory control at a historic facility with RWDSU union status.

The role requires forklift certification, ability to lift 75 pounds, and strong communication skills. Expect a second-shift schedule with overtime and a shift premium; union and GMP compliance are involved.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to lift 75 pounds unassisted.
• Familiarity with supply chain functions is highly preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills; basic computer literacy (BPCS, SAP, Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Lead receiving and shipping activities and coordinate forklift drivers.
• Operate forklift equipment (certified).
• Keep materials areas clean and organized (glass dock, storage, palletizers, etc.).
• Train full-time and seasonal employees on warehouse operations and safety.
• Direct inbound/outbound shipments and complete required documentation.
• Use inventory systems (BPCS now, SAP in future) for shipping, receiving, and inventory.
• Communicate with leads and staff to prioritize shift activities and report inventory status.

Skills

Forklift certification

Communication skills

Physical strength

Tools

BPCS

SAP

Microsoft Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

Benefits & Compensation Overview

Starting pay: $27.81 an hour

Medical, Dental, & Vision

(HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account

Additional perks:

Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental life insurance, etc.

Work Schedule

Second Shift (2:00PM – 10:30PM) Monday – Friday

Shift premium: $1.25

Ability to work all shifts as required by training needs

Ability to work daily overtime as needed

Ability to work Saturday and Sunday overtime days as needed

Plant Overview

Over 300 employees

Holland Plant has been around since 1897

Products produced: Sweet relish, Grey Poupon mustard, yellow mustard, vinegar, pickle variations, BBQ sauce

Union Facility – Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union (RWDSU)

Job Overview

Lead activities for receiving supplies and shipping product. Coordinate activities of forklift drivers.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage and organize rework and rework paperwork.
• Operate forklift equipment (requires certification).
• Keep Materials areas (including glass dock, storage, palletizers, spice cage, bulk pallets and collation) clean and organized.
• Train full-time & seasonal employees on warehouse operations including forklift operation, proper storage, loading/unloading trucks, dock plates & locks, rail door/gates/bridges, chemical & label handling, emergency evacuation, etc.
• Provide direction to hourly employees, including forklift drivers, scrubber operators, heavy loaders, rework crews.
• Communicate with Floor Lead on previous shift on status of rework and warehouse operations and identify priorities for the shift.
• Communicate regularly with Office Leads, Production Staff and Security Guard regarding inventory status and locations for loading/unloading trucks.
• Direct inbound and outbound shipments and complete required documentation.
• Stage materials for Production and Process Control departments.
• Support Palletizer Operators, including printing pallet tags.
• Maintain files, complete reports & documentation accurately.
• Use inventory control system (currently BPCS, future SAP) for operational needs: shipping, receiving and inventory.
• Report using inbound/outbound logs accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Report accurately and timely using Heinz Shipment Scheduling log.
• Be able to receive materials. Complete required documents.
• Complete cycle counts as directed by supervisor.
• Unload corn syrup tankers.
• Follow safe practices and report any safety issues as the arise, maintain a safe working environment, proper sanitation, and housekeeping in all areas. Comply with GMP standards.

Other Duties As Required By Supervisor/manager

Works overtime as necessary

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Requires certification on all forklift equipment

Requires the ability to lift 75 pounds unassisted

Familiarity with all aspects of supply chain functions (including storage, glass dock, collation, receiving/unloading, shipping/loading, and inventory control) is highly preferred.

Good written and verbal communication skills are needed.

Computer literacy (specifically proficiency in BPCS, SAP, Microsoft Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook), applied math skills.

Organizational Skills Are Required.

Previous lead or supervisory experience is highly preferred.

Frequent standing & walking required

Prolonged periods working on feet and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping

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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.

Benefits

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)

Holland Factory

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 [e-mail].