JOB TITLE:                            GENERAL LABORER                                                                                                                        

CLASSIFICATION:             CLASS B

WAGE:                              $20.35

DEPARTMENT:                  PROCESS CHEESE – SCOF             

WORK HOURS:                 D CREW (1700-0500) but may vary.

WORKDAYS:                      Rotating, but may vary

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Primary Purpose:

• General Labor working in the Process Cheese - SCOF Department.
• Days and shift times vary.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for maintaining quality standards by checking quality of seals, code dates,
• labels, packaging of product, weights, odor, color, temperature of product, etc.
• Responsible for accurately inserting components in cartons, taking weights, and accurately recording data.
• Responsible for ensuring accurate supplies are used on the line.
• Stacking at end of line on skid; requires constant reaching, bending, and twisting.
• Operate packing or filling equipment.
• Recordkeeping as required on manual, computer, and other systems.
• Ensures that housekeeping and Kraft quality standards are maintained in the work area
• General housekeeping duties include sweeping, bending, pickup up trash, lifting trash bags filled with trash, picking up cheese bags.
• Operates material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs variety of sanitation and maintenance-type functions.
• Must check product and fill out quality documentation.
• Peel out and salvage rejected product.
• Follow GMP’s outlined in handbook.
• Must be willing to collaborate with others – “Teamwork”.
• Willing to work on either production or sanitation jobs.
• Will work on 1st floor, 2nd floor, 3rd floor, grinding room, coolers, production areas, and SCOF areas.
• Performs sanitation duties when required.
• Willing to be an active participant in Safety and Efficiency Improvement Teams.
• Performs other duties as advised by the Leadership Team.
• Must maintain equipment by applying the KHMS system and settings.
• Complete variety of maintenance-type tasks such as change-overs, set-ups, pit stops, minor maintenance and adjustments, lubrication, etc.
• This position will be encouraged to complete training on upgrade and relief positions within the Process Cheese department.
• Accountable for the Safety, Health and Environmental systems and operational standards to ensure compliance as it is outlined in our policies/procedures and processes.
• Understand and apply KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management System) practices such as 5S, centerline management, shift hand-offs, operational standard ownership/support, problem solving, etc.

Minimum Requirements:

•    Knowledge:  Basic math, reading and communication.
•    Working Environment:  Primarily indoors with temperature ranges from lower 40s to upper 90s.  Can be in hot/humid, or cool environment depending on job task.  Can be exposed to wet conditions during sanitation.  Will be required to work from vertilifts, ladders, and platforming.  

Qualifications:

• Able to acquire Fork Truck License.

Physical Requirements: 

• Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, sorting, and reaching to both ground level and overhead
• Lifts, carries, pushes, lifts and grips objects; climbs stairs.
• Routinely pulls and moves up to 50 pounds
• Must possess manual dexterity vital to operate equipment and disassemble and reassemble equipment.
• Must be able to stand while inserting components.
• Must be able to do sustained activity jobs.

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

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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 [email protected].