KAB Machine Operator - Temp to Hire

The Kraft Heinz Company; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement savings plan (401k)

Wellbeing programs

Paid time off

Training and development

Job summary

The Kraft Heinz Company is seeking a Temp-to-Hire KAB Machine Operator at the Granite City plant. The role starts at $23.00 per hour, rising to $24.00 after certification and a permanent rate of $25.63 per hour.

You will operate the filling line, clear jams, and perform quality checks to ensure safety and product integrity. Quality and safety training are mandatory, with strict adherence to company policies.

Qualifications

• Operates filling machinery with attention to safety and quality.
• Performs quality checks including weight, date verification, and defect recognition.
• Adheres to Kraft Heinz quality and safety policies and completes training.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain KAB filling line to ensure safe, efficient production.
• Clear jams and troubleshoot conveyors and feeding systems.
• Perform quality checks and record data for downtime and product specs.
• Assist with other duties as needed and participate in training.

Skills

Machine operation

Quality control

Safety procedures

Bottle filling process

Tools

Fill machinery

Job description

Job Description

• Role: Temp-to-Hire Production / KAB Machine Operator
• Pay Rate: Starting wage: $23.00 / hour
• After qualification/card certification: $24.00 / hour
• Permanent employment rate: $25.63 / hour

The primary function of a KAB Filling Operator is to operator and maintains the filling machine, effectively and efficiently while maintaining the highest degree of integrity as it relates to the safety and quality of the operation.

The operator will be responsible for clearing jams in the secondary belts, unscrambler bowl, star wheel and bucket conveyor. The operator will be able to describe different functions of the machine and what purpose they serve.

The operator will learn how to identify different types of defects with the bottle and identify and communicate the mold numbers that are related to the defect. As an operator you will learn different types of leakers and where they stem from so this information can be communicated to maintenance.

The operator will be responsible for quality checks such as leaker inspections, weight checks, and code date verifications. All quality information and downtime information will be entered into a computer for each filler.

Other duties as assigned.

Quality Expectations:

All employees must support and uphold all Kraft Heinz Quality Policies and Procedures as it relates to their job function, while maintaining an understanding of how their job role directly effects the success of the quality program and its components.

All employees must participate in annual training that covers the quality aspects of their job associated with all plant quality policies/procedures. All employees must know how to, comply with, and conduct certain quality activities that pertain to their position in each area of the process. The employees must understand how ensue day to day expectations as it relates to the direct expectation of Kraft Heinz.

Employees must also understand the importance of producing quality products under the Kraft Heinz Beverage Division within the scope of Corporate and Plant policies.

The Quality of our products continue to attain a highly substantial level that has proven to award us with the reputation of delivering good and wholesome products for our customers/consumers. As a Company we may have the best equipment, raw materials, policies, and procedures, but if we do not have the obligation, dedication, and the willingness to abide by, observe of and perform to our quality expectancies, all other pieces in place will not matter.

Safety Expectations:

All employees must support and uphold all Kraft Heinz Safety Policies and Procedures as it relates to their job function, while maintaining an understanding of how their job role directly effects the success of the safety program and its components.

All employees must participate in annual training that covers the safety aspects of their job associated with all plant safety policies/procedures. All employees must know how to, comply with, and conduct certain safety activities that pertain to their position in each area of the process. The employees must understand how to ensue day to day expectations as it relates to the direct expectation of Kraft Heinz.

Ownership and vigilance from all employees will help prevent accidents from occurring or reoccurring. Communication, identification and reporting from the employee is one of the best tools that helps a company define where their opportunities reside within the structure of the plant. Together Nothing we do is worth getting hurt for and every injury could and should have been prevented.

Qualification Cards:

The employee must also pass the Qualification card associated with their position, which will cover safety, quality, and job responsibilities for that position. The employee must meet the assigned target level by the end of their training period. During the training the supervisor and your trainer will evaluate your process throughout the training period and will disclose what you need to work on. You must reach your assigned target level by the end of your training period.

Below are a list of Benefits offered by Kraft Heinz once converted to FTE

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coveragefor 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 aphysical, 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)

Granite City 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] .