Packaging Operator Deboxer

Kraft Heinz, Inc.; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz, Inc. in Garland, TX is seeking a dedicated packaging operator to safely run the listed equipment, load supplies, and monitor line performance according to product specs and safety rules.

You will participate in line changeovers, maintain cleanliness, and report hazards promptly while following HACCP and GMP practices to ensure maximum uptime and quality. This role requires physical stamina, ability to read instructions, and good teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Strong math skills for rate, ratio, and percent.
• Effective communication with team and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned packaging equipment and monitor performance.
• Load supplies, clear jams, and restart machines.
• Assist in mechanical changeovers and maintain safety and sanitation.
• Utilize HMI display to adjust per SKU and report faults promptly.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Basic math

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HMI display

Job description

Other duties including those not specifically related to the Primary Packaging positions may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

Includes - Utility Operators, Supply/Relief, Scale Operator, Slicer Operator, Casepacker, Cheese Harp Operator, and Tray Denester Responsible for proper operation of assigned equipment in manufacturing Lunchables according to packaging specifications, finished product specifications, and all safety requirements.

This includes getting supplies, loading supplies, operating machines, clearing jams and restarting machine, and monitoring machine performance. Will be trained and rotate to primary packaging equipment. Operate by the HACCP plans for the product line.Maintain a clean work area, adhere to all GMP's and safety policies such as LO/TO and Personal Protective Equipment 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. Responsible for reviewing work areas for potential losses and loss control opportunities and for reporting hazards, injuries/illnesses, and other losses to Line Leads. Effectively utilize HMI display and make minor adjustments per SKU needs Detect when adjustments are required based on machine observations and performance, responding to machine faults promptly and correctly for maximum machine up time.

Effectively communicate electrical and mechanical problems. Detect supply problems and machine problems and properly respond. Assist in product changeovers on the line. This includes mechanical changeovers on each individual piece of equipment. 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. 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 stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 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.