5 Blast Cooler Driver

Kraft Heinz, Inc.; New Ulm (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz, Inc. in Minnesota seeks Bulk Blast Cooler Drivers to move product from the bulk production line into blast coolers and from blast coolers to robots.

The role requires a valid fork truck license, careful handling, and strict adherence to FIFO and production schedules in a temperature-controlled environment (35-45F). You will scan product data in the Matrics system for traceability, coordinate with the Palletizer and Line Techs, and participate in Green Room Meetings.

Qualifications

• Forklift driving required and license verification.
• Experience with pallet handling in blast cooler environment.
• Ability to track materials using the Matrics system.
• Follow GMPs and safety procedures.
• Communicate with pallets, line techs and DHL for changes.

Responsibilities

• Verify pallets entering blast cooler and restack with correct data.
• Scan product and bay into Matrics for traceability.
• Tag bays with different code dates / products.
• Change forklift batteries and perform daily lift truck checks.
• Follow GMPs and safety rules in the blast cooler area.
• Maintain product traceability and follow FIFO and production schedules.
• Lift up to 45 lbs cases / 80 lbs pallets infrequently.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication

Basic math

Tools

Matrics system

Job description

A valid fork truck license is required for this position as it is the main part of the job. There is two Bulk Blast Cooler Drivers in the blast cooler. The "Hot" side blast cooler driver is responsible for the transporting of products from the bulk production line into the blast coolers. The "Cold" side blast cooler driver is responsible for transporting products from the blast cooler to the robots. Inside the blast coolers the temperature range is about 35-45F. Clothing is provided and there is an area out of the blast coolers where the drivers sit to wait for product that is not as cold. Tracking of materials for cooling times based on code dates and times via visual management and use of the Matrics system (scanning) is required. FIFO is a priority along with following plant production schedules. This job works from brief verbal instructions and is expected to work without close supervision. The Bulk Blast Cooler Drivers are members of the Filling Team and actively participates in Green Room Meetings. Work requires simple mathematical skills of addition and subtraction. Communication is expected between Palletizer Operator and/or Line Techs.

Production

This position requires fork truck driving. Verify pallets coming into the blast cooler and pallets that will be restacked: Product number, code date, case integrity, expanded pallet pattern and pallet ticket. Scan product and bay into Matrics system for traceability. Tag bays that have different code dates / products. Communication with production rooms/Palletizers/DHL for changeovers. Understand and follow the Plant's Hold procedures. Get pallets from dock truck to supply robots. Robots: Put pallets in the pallet dispenser, puts slip sheets in the slip sheeter. Scan product in and out of Matrics in accordance with inventory recordkeeping requirements.

Maintenance

Must be able to change the forklift battery. Perform lift truck inspections every shift prior to use.

Sanitation

Follow GMP's. Clean blast cooler area when needed.

Quality

Responsible for traceability using Matrics system for product locations, number of cases, proper ticket on pallet. If cases are open, damaged, or some other related defect is observed, need to communicate to the Filling room/Palletizer. Follow FIFO and production schedules pertaining to code dates and product cooling times to preserve Quality Timetables for shipping of cooled product. Follow procedures for retaining product traceability through the restack process. (Matrics)

Safety

Follow all safety rules. Follow all guidelines associated with safely operating forklifts. Use proper LO/TO procedures. Need to be constantly aware of heavy forklift traffic.

Light

Be able to lift up to 45# cases/80# pallets infrequently.