Machine Operator

My Food and Family; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Filler Operator to ensure the safe and efficient operation of filling machinery at their Winchester plant. This role involves monitoring product quality, collaborating with various departments, and adhering to strict safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong teamwork skills and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact production efficiency and quality in a fast-paced setting, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Healthcare

Savings Plans

Wellbeing Programs

Qualifications

• Follow GMPs, HACCP, USDA, and safety procedures.
• Monitor mechanical operations and troubleshoot issues.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain Filler Machine for packaging.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Quality Orientation

Adaptability

Teamwork/Collaboration

Tools

Quality Suites

OEE downtime programs

Job description

Job Description

Kraft Heinz - Winchester

Filler Operator Job Description

Position Type: Hourly | Hourly Wage: $25.10

Function: Operations

Note: The statements included in this Position Description reflect, in general, the duties and responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all inclusive. The focus should be on the position and not the current incumbent.

Summary

Safely operates and maintains Filler Machine to fill and package Capri Sun drink pouches.

Essential duties and responsibilities

1. Work with all departments to meet or surpass the plant’s safety goals. Participate as a co-leader or member of the Safety Team. Ensure compliance with company policies, Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Dress Code policies.
2. Start up, operate, and shut down equipment including filling, cooling, sealing, straw placing, carton forming, carton filling and sealing, Video Jet coding, and conveying systems. Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
3. Monitor mechanical operations, troubleshoot issues, and notify technicians or Team Leads as needed. Know safety features like E stops.
4. Check product quality, including pouch code legibility, weights, temperatures, seal integrity, and sanitation points. Maintain HACCP standards.
5. Coordinate with Filler Utility for packaging materials, maintain cleanliness, and perform mini cleans, CIP, product pushes, and hot flushes.
6. Contribute to team development and participate in process improvement meetings. May stay over for second shift as needed.
7. Operate Quality Suites and OEE downtime programs efficiently on computer.
8. Assist filler utility responsibilities as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

This position also holds accountability for QRMP standards as outlined in the Winchester Kraft Heinz QRMP accountability document.

Proficiencies/Abilities

• Safety Awareness: Recognize conditions affecting safety.
• Quality Orientation: Focus on accuracy and process checks.
• Adaptability: Adjust effectively to changes in tasks or environment.
• Teamwork/Collaboration: Work effectively with others to achieve goals.

Other Qualifications

Follow GMPs, Hold Tags, HACCP, USDA, and safety procedures.

Working Conditions

Occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, cold, electrical risks, and vibration. Use of PPE including steel toe shoes, hearing protection, and bump caps is required.

Benefits and Wellbeing

Includes healthcare, protection, savings plans, and wellbeing programs such as physical, social, emotional, and financial resources.

Location

Winchester Plant

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants requiring accommodations should contact [e-mail].