2nd & 3rd Shift Forklift Operator

Kraft Heinz Company; Champaign (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading food production facility where you can grow your career and skills while contributing to well-loved household brands. As a Forklift Operator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our flagship plant. This position offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values safety and teamwork. With comprehensive benefits and a commitment to employee wellbeing, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a thriving community. If you're ready to take on new challenges and be part of a team that values quality and innovation, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Employee Assistance Program

Wellbeing Programs

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in production/manufacturing, but training is available.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and work at heights safely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in processing and packaging areas.
• Document pertinent information and comply with safety rules.
• Train others and oversee implementation of quality standards.

Skills

Safe work habits

Attention to detail

Good organizational skills

Excellent oral & written communication

Ability to work flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Fork truck

Computer

Job description

2nd & 3rd Shift Forklift Operator

Apply locations Champaign, IL

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 23 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R-84057

Job Description

Compensation Overview:

• Pay Scale: $22.01 without Shift Premium.
• Shift Premium of $.75/hr on 2nd shift & $1.00/hr on 3rd shift.
• Hourly Bonus Program

Work Schedule:

Flexible scheduling, 8-hour workday with possible overtime. Employees may work weekends and holidays. Only 2nd and 3rd shift positions available.

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 over 1000 employees, 3 8-hour shifts, 3 core departments
• Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings, Ketchup, Primal Kitchen, and A-1 steak sauce.
• Community Overview: Welcome to our Champaign, IL community!

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!

Joining the Champaign team is a great way to grow your skills, develop your abilities and delight consumers every day. We are currently seeking energetic and driven individuals to join our team.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Documentation of pertinent information where required.
• Keeping area clean and orderly.
• Sanitation, as required, in processing and packaging areas.
• Comply with all company policies and general safety rules while performing duties.
• Know, understand, and comply with Kraft Heinz Environmental Policy.
• Responsible for wearing proper PPE, complying with all safety training, policies and procedures, and reporting any unsafe safety conditions to a Supervisor/Management.
• Participate and collaborate in meetings.
• Training others and filling in for other positions as assigned.
• 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.
• Perform other duties incidental to job as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma preferred.
• Prefer experience in production/manufacturing - but will train the right candidates.
• Safe work habits.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record / adherence to attendance policy.
• Promotes teamwork.
• Attention to detail to avoid and/or identify errors.
• Good organizational skills.
• Able to operate a fork truck – Kraft Heinz will train.
• Able to perform tasks from start to finish with minimal supervision.
• Able to work flexible schedule when needed.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Able to safely work at heights.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to understand & follow instructions.
• Able to operate a computer.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.

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 [e-mail].