Production Associate II

Kraft Heinz Company

Springfield- MO

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Production Associate II to work at our facility in Springfield- MO. Ideal candidates must be motivated to work in a team-orientated- fast-paced environment. This position requires individuals to perform duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Basic math- reading- and communication
• Ability to adjust to temperature changes (lower 40s to upper 90s); can be in hot/humid or cool environment depending on assigned job tasks
• Prior manufacturing experience is preferred

EEO Policy

Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

We offer a variety of benefits including:

• 4 Medical Plan options
• 3 Dental Plan options
• Vision Plan option
• 401k with matching contributions
• Additional perks: Company Paid Life Insurance Policy- Paid Parental Leave- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability plans- Wellbeing Program- Employee Assistance Program- pet insurance- plus other additional benefits.
• Vacation and paid holidays starting from date of hire
• $22.15 - $24.52 per hour- plus shift differential for second and third shifts
• FOIP (Field Operations Incentive Plan) – Bonus Plan

Work Schedule:

We are a 24/7 facility offering both 8-hour and 10-hour shifts as well as 12-hour rotating shifts. Work schedule is dependent on position.

Job Overview:

Are you ready to join a team with a global portfolio of more than 200 brands? With Kraft Heinz- you can create your career and make a difference! If you are passionate like us and ready to build on a storied legacy- we welcome you to be a part of our team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Maintains proper line speeds.
• Reports and/or corrects unsafe acts or conditions.
• Maintains Kraft quality standards by checking quality of seals- code date- labels- packaging of product- weights- odor- color- temperature of product- etc.
• Record keeping as required on manual- computer- and other systems.
• Ensures that housekeeping and Kraft quality standards are maintained in the work area.
• Must be able to perform line production duties at each station.
• Performs a variety of maintenance-type functions such as change-overs- set-ups- minor maintenance and adjustments- lubrication- etc.
• Relieves other personnel as needed.
• Understands and accepts Total Quality culture and is supportive of plant and departmental team goals and vision. Become active in SQDCM meetings.
• Conducts SQCDM meetings.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate proficiency in Quality Suite and OEE applications.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Line Leader.
• Performs sanitation duties as needed or requested.
• Perform/Support TPM functions when required.
• Must attend daily Oscar meetings.
• Performs variety of maintenance-type tasks such as change-overs- set-ups- pit stops- minor maintenance and adjustments- lubrication- etc.
• Understand and apply KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management System) practices such as 5S- centerline management- shift hand-offs- operational standard ownership/support- problem solving- etc.
• Accountable for the Safety- Health and Environmental systems and operational standards to ensure compliance as it is outlined in our policies/procedures and processes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Knowledge: Basic math- reading and communication.
• Working Environment: Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general production environment. Subject to cooler temperatures inside the Filling room.

Qualifications:

• Able to acquire Fork Truck License.

Physical Requirements:

• Performs bending- squatting- kneeling- reaching to both ground level and overhead
• Lifts- carries- pushes- pulls; move up to 50 pounds
• Holds and grips objects; must possess manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment- disassemble- and reassemble equipment.

Plant Overview:

• Over 1-000 employees make up the team at the Springfield facility.
• A variety of cheese products (Sliced/Chunk/Shred)- and pasta Mac & Cheese meals are produced at this location.

Community Overview:

Welcome to the birthplace of Route 66! Springfield- MO combines a small-town vibe with the energy of a college town and amenities of a big city. With an attractive cost of living and strong local economy- Springfield is well-positioned to continue its reliable growth. Residents enjoy four distinct seasons and a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities including cycling- fishing- and hiking. The city is also host to the Springfield Cardinals- the Double-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. Springfield is also only 40 miles north of the fun tourist city of Branson- MO! No matter what your interests are- Springfield has everything: fantastic food- shopping- and adventure – this community offers it all! https://www.springfieldchamber.com/