Bag Cook Operator 3rd Shift

Kraft Heinz Company; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental

Vision

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids is seeking a dependable Bag Cook for the 9:30pm-6:00am shift. The role involves preparing ingredients, operating kettles, and ensuring product quality in a fast-paced, non-union facility with safety as a core priority.

You will work with a team to meet daily production goals, follow all food-safety procedures, and participate in ongoing quality checks and paperwork, including IQS entries and inspections.

Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented and possess good organizational skills.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must be able to perform well under stress.

Responsibilities

• Check viscosity of soup and ensure quality during production.
• Wash and sanitize kettles and equipment after each batch.
• Follow recipe instructions and coordinate prep with the department.
• Load ingredients into kettles and assist QA with sampling.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Effective communication

Tools

Safety procedures

Job description

## **Bag Cook – 3rd Shift, Monday-Friday 9:30pm-6:00am**## **Location:**Kraft Heinz – Cedar Rapids4601 C Street SWCedar Rapids, IA, 52404## **Plant Overview:**· 3-Shift Operation· Non- Union Facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members which are a mix of temporary and full-time associates.· 100% Food Service, 4 bag soup lines, 1 tub line, 18 Kettles, 5 Filling lines, and 4 packaging lines.· Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese**Company History:** Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980’s by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with their mother, using family held recipes for many kinds of soups. In the 1990s’ the name was changed to Quality Chef Foods. Heinz acquired Quality Chef foods in the mid 2000’s. In 2015 Kraft and Heinz merged to become Kraft Heinz as we know it today.## **Community Overview:**The Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area is known as the cultural corridor. There is always something to do, a site to visit or a show to see! Also, from Cedar Rapids there is an easy commute, great school communities, low crime rates and bike friendly. Cost of living ratio great. Cedar Rapids is a vibrant city, encompassing unique attractions, exciting events, specialty shopping, a dynamic art scene, and a large variety of restaurant and nightlife options. You’ll find that Cedar Rapids offers one of the best places to live, work and play in the Midwest.More information on Cedar Rapids, IA can be found at: http://www.cedar-rapids.org/## **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! Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids is looking for candidates that want to make great soups!Highly skilled operator, capable of being flexible and working in multiple different positions as required from day to day. This position requires the ability to safely and accurately combine and prepare ingredients received from the prep and spice areas according to recipes.## **Responsibilities & Duties:*** Check viscosity of soup* Wash and sanitize kettles after every formula to ensure a clean surface for the next product run* Process a daily schedule by referring to recipes and coordinating prep department* Fill out paperwork / IQS entries and inspections* Load ingredients into kettle* Take samples to QA* Retrieve/Return containers from prep/blanch* Quality (Verify product quality, item numbers, weights, HAACP checks)* Safety (follow all required safe work practices – i.e. PPE, JSA)* Other duties as assigned.## **Qualifications:*** Must be detail-oriented and possess good organizational skills* Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. above your head* Must be able to perform well under stress* Working conditions include extremes of hot and cold temperatures.* Ability to communicate effectively.* Ability to work independently and with others.* Must be able to work in a safe manner.* Must ensure quality products are being packaged.* Responsible for following all Food Safety Policies and Safety Procedures.* Responsible for Q-RMP standards implementation as defined by the accountability list document.* Employees will follow all safety protocols and perform their job responsibilities in a safe manner. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.* Successful candidates must have the willingness to:Always perform to the highest level of competence. Cooperate as a team. Be open, especially with information and knowledge. Trust and be trustworthy. Respect others – customers, suppliers, colleagues – and yourself. Be accountable for one’s actions.## **Benefits & Compensation Overview:**· Medical.· Dental.· Vision.· Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc.· (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.· Pay Rate: $24.52· Start earning PTO at hire, generous· *Non-Union* (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plan- BONUS PLAN**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)**Quality Chef - Cedar Rapids**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]**.**