Material Handler

Kraft Heinz; Garland (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Wellbeing programs

401k

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking a Material Handler at the Garland Plant. The role focuses on inventory of packaging supplies, cycle counting, and transferring supplies to consumption areas. You will operate forklifts and assist with line changeovers while following GMP and safety policies.

Typical schedule is nights, with overtime and weekend work as needed. Applicants must be able to lift up to 50–100 pounds and work in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Computer literacy with Word, Excel, Outlook and SAP.
• Mechanical skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and verify all needed packaging supplies daily.
• Perform daily cycle counts and periodic packaging inventories.
• Report inventory transactions in SAP.
• Work with Receiving to manage packaging supplies and obsolete items.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment as needed.
• Relieve line operators when required.
• Adhere to GMP and safety policies.

Skills

Inventory management

Forklift operation

SAP

Word/Excel/Outlook

Mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Pay: Starting pay range $22.57/hr

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 11:00pm – 7:30am

Overtime and weekend work required as dictated by demand.

Under the direction of the supervisor, this person is responsible for the inventory of all packaging supplies (including cycle counting). The operator is responsible for transferring supplies from the warehouse into and out of consumption areas. This person will also operate equipment and provide relief for positions in Lunchables.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties including those not specifically related to the Material Handler may be assigned.

• Deliver and verify all needed packaging supplies daily.
• Perform daily cycle counts and periodic Packaging inventories.
• Accurately reports inventory transactions in Kraft’s Warehouse Management System (SAP).
• Closely interact with Materials Management and Quality personnel regarding packaging changes, packaging holds, etc.
• Work with Receiving department in receiving incoming packaging supplies and outgoing obsolete supplies or supplies shipped to other locations.
• Move materials using forklifts (certification required), lift-a-lofts, power jacks, and hand jacks.
• Ability to learn and execute strict inventory control procedures.
• Relieve line operators as needed.
• Responsible for removing trash from the production area and disposing it in the designated areas.
• May be required to assist in product changeovers on the line.
• Will be required to complete forklift sanitation and period cleaning activities for the department. May be required to assist in sanitation on all pieces of equipment as needed
• He/she must adhere to all GMP’s and safety policies such as LO/TO and Personal Protective Equipment
• Responsible for compliance with the safety policy and accident prevention and compliance programs.
• This person has the responsibility to operate under the Kraft Heinz Safety Values.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental policies, procedures and compliance programs.
• Work toward achieving an injury free environment.
• Cross-train on other jobs within the department.
• He/she must be self-motivated and be able to work in a team environment. Good communication is essential.
• Responsible for reviewing work areas for potential losses and loss control opportunities and for reporting hazards, injuries/illnesses, and other losses to supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Computer literacy with Word, Excel, Outlook, SAP, and Matrics. Mechanical skills a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to read and interpret documents related to scheduling, delivery and inventory of materials, work instructions, forecasts and other work-related documents. Ability to write simple correspondence and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees. Must be able to write clearly and legibly and communicate information to other employees.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, walk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance. The employee is often required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The employee is exposed to cold conditions (38°- 42°F), fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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)

Garland 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].