Job Description

What we offer

Starting pay at $26.13 per hour

Benefits begin 30 days after hire

Fully customizable medical plans (HRA, HSA, FSA), 5 different carrier choices + Prescription (Rx) card

Full suite of additional plans: vision, dental, life, disability, adoption/family planning reimbursement, childcare, parental leave

LiveWell lifestyle/well-being discount and rewards program (for example, $50 subsidy for fitness tracker)

401(k) matching + extra 3% freebie company contribution

Employee Perks include FREE Product & Swag

Business Resource Groups (BRGs)

Award-winning Ownerversity learning & development resource library

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support

Location

New Ulm, Minnesota – Home of Velveeta Cheese – Velveeta Mini Block – Kraft Deli Deluxe and Foodservice for popular restaurant chains!

Work Schedule

Weekly rotating shifts: 1st shift (days), 2nd shift (afternoons), 3rd shift (midnights)

Production:

Performs all jobs within the department. Assists the Filling department with bagfitter changes and hauling barrels and supplies to and from the department. Checks mailbox for any changes. Check schedule for product running. Make copies of production schedule for each line. Changes filters at designated times. Furnishes lines with correct supplies, brings supplies to the room. Sets up and starts up lines whenever scheduled. Operates a lift truck, garbage compactor, cardboard baler, and all equipment. Assists the line operator in housekeeping. Assist with salvaging. Relieve operators for breaks. Haul out all pump out and full barrels in the room – to be blown out or hauled out or on pallets. Label control Label counts for front office on day shift. Keep supplies stocked.

Sanitation:

Assist in tear downs, cleanup and assembles equipment during changeovers. Cleans machines periodically throughout and the shift to ensure run ability and GMP’s. Keeps aisles and hallways behind the room clean and free of debris. Keep room and floors cleaned when there is not a Misc. person scheduled.

Quality:

Responsible for the quality of product, proper seals, correct dates and correct supplies on the line. Responsible making sure paper towel holders are full and change when needed. Responsible for changing soap and sanitizer by hand wash sinks.

Safety:

Follow all safety rules. Use LO/TO procedures. Visually observe that other personnel are clear of machinery when starting up – in addition, yell “Fingers”. Need to be constantly aware of forklift traffic. Use safety precautions when using a ladder or elevated platform. Use caution around moving equipment.

Lifting Requirements:

Moderate – Handles medium material frequently (20# to 80#). Filler pipes handled during a changeover and pallets may exceed 100#; often handled in an awkward position.

Working Conditions:

Fair – Environmental factors because of unavoidable need to work in variable temperature, noisy, dusty and on occasions, wet environment. Minimal present of hazards, machinery is well guarded.

Training:

The Filling Utility Operator is expected to be competent after three months, may need six months if inexperienced with the department.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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)

New Ulm 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.