2nd & 3rd Shift Machine Operators

Kraft Heinz; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking to hire 2nd & 3rd Shift Machine Operators at its Kendallville Plant. In this role, you will be responsible for setups, quality checks, and maintaining line performance within a dynamic, non-union manufacturing environment. Join a company that offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement in a supportive team atmosphere.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Program

Paid vacation – up to 2 weeks in your first year

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid Parental Leave

Discounted YMCA Membership

Qualifications

• Self-motivated with a strong drive for results.
• Able to work in hot and humid conditions.
• Basic knowledge of hygiene and work safety preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform set-up, start-up, and changeover procedures for equipment.
• Conduct quality checks and document results.
• Communicate any process or product abnormalities.

Skills

Self-motivated

Basic math skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Basic manufacturing knowledge

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Kendallville Plant

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are a staple in households across the country? Kraft Heinz Kendallville is excited to help you start your career today!

• Non-union plant employing 280 employees across 3 shifts.
• Purchased in 1934 from Breyer’s Ice Cream and began producing caramel in 1935.
• Began producing Marshmallows and Marshmallow Crème in 1961 and Marbits (think dehydrated marshmallows found in cereal) in 1979.
• Kendallville is the sole producer of all our product lines.
  
  
  

Job Description

Kendallville Plant

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are a staple in households across the country? Kraft Heinz Kendallville is excited to help you start your career today!

Plant Overview

• Non-union plant employing 280 employees across 3 shifts.
• Purchased in 1934 from Breyer’s Ice Cream and began producing caramel in 1935.
• Began producing Marshmallows and Marshmallow Crème in 1961 and Marbits (think dehydrated marshmallows found in cereal) in 1979.
• Kendallville is the sole producer of all our product lines.
  
  
  

Community Overview

• Kendallville is located about 30 minutes north of Fort Wayne and offers a small-town community.
  
  
  

Responsibilities & Duties

• Perform set-up, start-up and changeover procedures for the equipment as needed.
• Assist in troubleshooting issues with line performance as it relates to equipment operation.
• Accurately maintain downtime records during line operation.
• Perform sanitation duties for production and periodic sanitation work as assigned.
• Responsible for conducting and accurately documenting quality checks.
• Responsible for monitoring and communicating any process or product abnormalities to your Supervisor, Team Leader, or Line Technician.
• Responsible for communicating with previous and next shift regarding any concerns or watch outs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and strong drive for results.
• Use simple mathematics.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Able to work in areas that contain dust and starch particles.
• Able to work in hot and humid conditions.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing and/or food processing, quality standards, hygiene, work safety, etc. preferred.
  
  
  

Benefits & Compensation Overview

• Starting Pay $20.00– $26.25 per hour
• Annual Bonus Program
• 12 Paid Holidays per Year
• Paid vacation – up to 2 weeks in your first year
• Medical with (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Additional perks Paid Parental Leave, Discoun25ted YMCA Membership, Product Purchase Program, Employee Assistance Program
  
  
  

Work Schedule

• 2nd (M-F, 2 30pm-10 30pm) shift or 3rd (S-Th, 10 30pm-6 30am) shift
• Daily/Weekly overtime possible
  
  
  

Kraft Heinz Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Kraft Heinz Foods Company is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations and adjustments to individuals with disabilities to enable them to participate in the application process and perform the essential functions of the job. If you require an accommodation or adjustment, please contact us to discuss your needs

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)

Kendallville 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].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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