Packaging Operator - Starting Wage $24.65/hr (2nd shift)

Kraft Heinz; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and beverage sector is hiring a Packaging Operator for their Beaver Dam facility. This role offers a starting wage of $24.65 per hour, plus a $2/hr shift differential. As a Packaging Operator, you will be responsible for the safe operation of equipment, quality checks, and maintaining sanitary conditions. The position requires teamwork, attention to detail, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. Full-time opportunities available with comprehensive benefits tailored to meet your family's needs.

Benefits

Affordable healthcare access

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 57 pounds according to NIOSH standards.
• Ability to work extended hours.
• Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate rigid line equipment safely and efficiently.
• Conduct quality checks and document findings.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in the production area.

Skills

English Language Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Packaging Operator - Starting Wage $24.65/hr (2nd shift)

Packaging Operator - Starting Wage $24.65/hr (2nd shift)

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Job Description

Packaging Operator

Starting Wage $24.65/hr PLUS $2/hr Shift Differential

2nd shift (1pm to 9pm)

Weekends and Overtime as required (May include 12 hour shifts)

Summary Statement

The Machine Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operations of the rigid equipment on the outside, inside, and chill roll areas of the rigid lines. This position requires the operation of equipment as well as completing the sanitation requirement of the job. This position is responsible for ensuring that work is performed in a safe manner with a close attention to detail when it comes to product quality! This position must support all business systems (such as QCDSM, ISO, GMP’s) while working in a team environment.

Primary Role And Responsibilities

Operate the rigid line specific equipment in a safe and accurate manner!

Perform set-up, start-up, and changeover procedures for the equipment as needed

Assist in troubleshooting issues with line performance as it relates to equipment operation

Responsible for changing rolls of foil

Responsible for conducting and documenting quality checks such as foil checks, pre-operational inspections, shutdown check sheet, weight checks, temperature, integrity of finished product, chill roll temperatures, temperature charts, pump speeds and pressures, cheese levels in the filling the stacks, code, date, and other end of line quality checks

Responsible for clearing smashups and clean-up of the equipment

Maintain downtime records during line operation

Monitor and communicate any process or product abnormalities to your Supervisor, Team Leader, or Line Tech

Maintain sanitary conditions applicable to rigid fill room (proper use of aprons, hand dips, fogging of the room, equipment cleanliness, and monitoring of room temperatures)

Monitors head pressure, line speed and heater temperatures

Perform proper fogging of production room to include filling fogging bottles when needed and hand fogging around chill roll equipment every 2 hours

Responsible for handling line salvage in a sanitary manner and complete all required documentation

Perform low-level fogging and maintain footbaths, hand-dips, and utensil dips at accurate solution strengths

Perform sanitation duties for the Rigid Line equipment and other production equipment as needed

Perform period sanitation work as assigned

Accurately handle and use chemicals

Perform analysis of cleaner strengths on soaps and sanitizers used in the sanitation process

Maintain weight control system to meet Kraft Heinz Beaver Dam policies and procedures

Perform Good Sanitation Practices (GSP’s) when handling equipment

Must follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)

Perform all required observations and training timely and as scheduled

Support plant quality systems

Understand IL6S concepts to include BOS, QRP, CIL, OPL, Defect Handling, etc.

Operators could be used on other lines and CMF operations for business needs

Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Team Leader

Responsible to follow FSQ requirements such as GMP’s and other daily/job specific duties to support QRMP.

Additional Education/Certification/Skills

English Language Skills – Able to speak, read, and write legibly

Remarks

Must perform job duties efficiently and safely

Ability to lift up to 57 pounds per NIOSH Lifting Equation and apply plant approved safe lifting practices for over 57 pounds

Able to work in a team environment

Must adhere to all Kraft Policies as stated in the Employee Handbook and follow internal Kraft Procedures

Able to work extended hours

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)

Beaver Dam 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].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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