Backline Operator (Packaging Machine Operator) - Lunchables Production
Kraft Heinz Company
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Job summary
Kraft Heinz Company is seeking a Backline Operator for the Lunchables line at Avon, NY. The role involves operating packaging equipment, monitoring quality, and ensuring traceability and documentation across shifts.
You will perform setup, adjustments, jams clearing, and routine QA checks while following safety, GMP, and QRMP guidelines in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
- Ability to obtain required operational and safety certifications.
Responsibilities
- Operate and monitor Back Card Placers, Case Packers, overhead conveyors, and packaging equipment.
- Adjust machine settings to maintain quality specifications and production standards.
- Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot, and take corrective actions.
- Verify packaging materials and BOM for material accuracy and traceability.
- Complete 2D barcode documentation and production paperwork accurately.
Skills
Education
Job description
Position Summary The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Backline Operator to work at our food processing facility in Avon, NY. The Backline Operator is responsible for operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, adjusting, cleaning, and sanitizing packaging equipment used in the production of Lunchables products while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, food safety, traceability, and production requirements. The Backline Operator plays a critical role in maintaining material accuracy, product quality, and efficient production flow.
To safely and efficiently operate Backline packaging equipment while ensuring proper product quality, material traceability, coding accuracy, packaging integrity, and adherence to Kraft Heinz food safety and quality standards.
- Operate and monitor Back Card Placers, Case Packers, overhead conveyor systems, and associated packaging equipment used in the production of Lunchables products.
- Adjust machine settings to maintain quality specifications and production standards.
- Monitor equipment performance and perform basic troubleshooting and corrective actions.
- Clear jams from overhead conveyor systems using proper safety procedures and established operating standards.
- Verify back cards, packaging materials, and components against the Bill of Material (BOM) to ensure material accuracy and traceability.
- Complete required 2D barcode documentation, traceability records, and production paperwork accurately and timely.
- Monitor and maintain product code date and product identification accuracy on trays and cases.
- Verify product codes, labels, date codes, trays, and cases meet quality and customer specifications.
- Monitor material usage and maintain material accountability throughout the production process.
- Perform startup, shutdown, and changeover activities.
- Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the production shift.
- Communicate equipment performance, quality concerns, and operational issues to incoming shifts and leadership.
- Participate in QRMP audits and continuous improvement activities.
- Train and assist other employees as required.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- Follow all plant safety rules, policies, and procedures.
- Become certified in Lockout/Tagout procedures.
- Maintain certifications required for powered industrial equipment, scissor lifts, ladder use, and fall protection.
- Complete required equipment inspections.
- Wear and maintain required PPE.
- Report unsafe conditions immediately.
- Support Kraft Heinz's safety-first culture.
- Clean and sanitize machinery, floors, drains, tools, and workstation equipment.
- Disassemble and reassemble equipment for sanitation activities.
- Conduct post-cleaning inspections.
- Safely handle cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment.
- Perform periodic cleaning throughout production and storage areas.
- Remove waste, recyclables, and product materials as required.
- Maintain sanitation compliance in accordance with Kraft Heinz standards.
- Ensure products meet Kraft Heinz Quality Assurance standards.
- Verify product coding, packaging specifications, traceability requirements, and component accuracy.
- Monitor product quality and take corrective action when necessary.
- Complete required quality, traceability, and production documentation.
- Communicate quality concerns immediately.
- Support food safety, GMP, and QRMP requirements.
- Participate in quality audits and corrective action activities.
- Packaging equipment operation
- Mechanical aptitude
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance awareness
- Computer and tablet use
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Food safety and sanitation knowledge
- Material verification and traceability
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Accountability
- Continuous Improvement
- Standing up to 12 hours a day
- Lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. including overhead work
- Repetitive motion with hands
- Kneeling
- Twisting
- Squatting
- Climbing stairs
- Working in hot and cold environments (Lunchables 40°F, Cool Whip 90°F / -35°F, Cold Storage 0°F)
- Working in loud environments over 85 decibels
- Able to give and understand instructions and hold conversations in a manufacturing environment, office setting, or classroom setting.
- Must operate a computer and other standard office equipment.
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
- Ability to obtain required operational and safety certifications.
- Basic computer proficiency.
- Prior manufacturing experience.
- Prior food manufacturing experience.
- Previous machine operation experience.
- Experience working in regulated production environments.
This position works in a food manufacturing environment and may be exposed to: Moving mechanical parts Wet or slippery surfaces Food allergens Cleaning chemicals High noise levels Cold temperatures Production and packaging equipment Shift work, overtime, weekends, and holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- HRA and Optional Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with Company Match and Additional Core Contribution
- Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet Insurance and Voluntary Benefits
- Maven Family Support Resources
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Shift Differentials and Overtime Opportunities
- Growth and Advancement Opportunities
Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions.
Starting Pay: $21.60/hour Second Shift Differential: $1.25/hour Third Shift Differential: $2.50/hour
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to redefine not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility, and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet! We’re proud of where we’ve been and even more thrilled about where we’re headed as we nourish the world and own the future of food.
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and commitment to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions while celebrating our wins and our failures as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and cultivating strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.
Avon 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.
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