Mustard (Processing) Lead - 3rd shift

Kraft Heinz; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

401k and financial benefits

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is hiring a Mustard Kitchen Lead for the Holland Factory to oversee kitchen operations ensuring safety and compliance. This role includes operating forklifts, managing kitchen staff, and maintaining quality control.

Candidates are expected to follow Good Manufacturing Practices, perform inspections, and assist in training new employees. Comprehensive benefits include healthcare and various financial plans.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and perform basic math functions.
• Able to follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Willing to learn and maintain certifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate and utilize the mustard kitchens in the facility.
• Ensure safety rules and quality standards are met.
• Direct daily activities of kitchen crews.

Skills

Lock Out Tag Out certification

Forklift operation

Basic math functions

Job description

Benefits & Compensation Overview

Certified rate: $27.81

Medical, Dental, & Vision

(HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account

Additional perks: Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental life insurance, etc.

Work Schedule

Third Shift (10PM–6:30AM) Monday–Friday, + $2.00 shift differential

Ability to work all shifts as required by training needs.

Ability to work daily overtime as needed.

Ability to work Saturday and Sunday overtime days as needed.

Plant Overview

Over 300 employees

Holland Plant has been around since 1897

Products produced: Sweet relish, Grey Poupon mustard, yellow mustard, vinegar, pickle variations, BBQ sauce

Union Facility – Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union (RWDSU)

Job Overview

We are currently hiring for a Mustard Kitchen Lead on third shift. As you develop your skills there is plenty of room for growth to other roles within the factory.

Responsibilities & Duties

Work in a safe manner, following all general safety rules of the plant. This includes but is not limited to the following tasks:

• Following PPE requirements
• Escalating safety defects and concerns to leads/supervisors
• Assure that we are always working to meet or exceed our quality standards. This includes but is not limited to the following tasks
• Following GMP requirements
• Inspecting raw materials and finished goods
• Completing quality documentation
• Assisting in rework as assigned
• Escalating quality defects and concerns to leads/supervisors

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation and utilization of the Yellow Mustard and Grey Poupon kitchens in the facility which includes but is not limited to the following tasks:
  • Responsible for unloading raw materials from trucks, supplying the kitchen department with materials and ingredients as required via lift truck, placing raw materials and finished goods in proper storage areas, and loading finished goods on trucks
  • Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
  • Perform all required observations and training timely and as scheduled
  • Assemble the tote fill system and coordinate mustard tank/vat usage.
  • Operate forklift in the kitchens, seed room and around storage areas.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader
  • Operate relish, sauce, and mustard making area without immediate supervision.
  • Direct daily activities of relish, sauce, and mustard crews, general labor.
  • Keep work area clean and orderly.
  • Oversee fresh cucumber receiving area during green season.
  • Fill in for any PC positions when employees are absent.
  • Perform minor mechanical work such as patching hose, cleaning Tempco as needed.
  • Conduct inspections as necessary, report results including recommendations for corrective actions to supervisor.
  • Operating a forklift.
  • Troubleshoot equipment as necessary.
  • Support Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) at the operator level, including participation in the following processes:
    • Shift hand off meetings
    • Level 1 meetings
    • Performance boards
    • Centerline Management (CLM)
    • Clean to Inspect and Reapply Lubrication (CIL)
    • 5S
    • Defect handling
    • Startup/shut down
    • Changeovers
    • Daily problem handling
    • Work with support departments to improve line performance
    • Utilize a computer and programs for communication, reports, and daily monitoring
    • Keep work area clean and orderly
    • Perform any other duty as assigned

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move 50-100 pounds, requesting assistance as necessary.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee will be exposed during his/her job to high noise levels, chemicals, exposure to strong odors, fumes or airborne particles, constant stair climbing, and slippery floors.

Personal Protective Equipment

The employee is regularly required to wear company authorized safety shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, rubber boots, chemical protection and other personal protective equipment to successfully perform the functions of this job safely.

Qualifications

• Upon hire will train to become Lock Out Tag Out certified and maintain qualification.
• Upon hire will train to become Forklift certified and maintain qualification.
• Must successfully pass on the job training and maintain operator qualification.
• Able to read, write, and perform basic math functions, such as multiplication and addition.

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

Holland Factory

Equal Opportunity Employer

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].