Pouch Op

Job Description

Pouch Operator

Job Summary:

• Starting Rate:  $23.00/hour
• After Qualification/Card Certification:  $24.00/hour
• Permanent Employment Rate:  Approximately $25.63/hour

Temp-to-hire opportunity with a pathway to permanent employment after completion of prohibitionary period of 600 hours.

Job duties will include but not limited to the following:

Primary Function:

The associate will be responsible for all phases and operations of pouch making equipment.

Specific Duties:

Operate pouch machines safely and efficiently while achieving exceptional quality.

Visually check the work area and all the machines you will be running during the shift.

Check pouches to make sure that all heat seals are good. (Minimum every 30 minutes)

Make sure that the pouch capacity is correct.

Maintain the proper size football on bottom of pouch.

Rotate the side seal and bottom seal Teflon as needed.

Document pouch losses, roll changes, and downtime on the Pouch Production Report. Include the quantity of pouches, reason for losses, area of machine, operator adjustment, and/or maintenance adjustments.

Complete all paperwork thoroughly throughout and at the end of shift.

Assist Relief during roll changes on your machines.

Keep work area and table clean and free of debris.

Inform maintenance or the shift supervisor as soon as possible of recurring problems or if you notice a problem developing.

Discuss any problems that may occur with the operator on the previous shift.

Remove old flavor labels from all empty boxes.

Perform sanitation responsibilities as needed and/or required.

Perform other duties as assigned by the lead or supervisor.

Productivity Responsibility:

Actively participate in team goal setting/or meetings to ensure that we are the low-cost, high-quality producer.

Strive to maximize the efficiency of pouch making equipment by suggesting and striving to implement process improvements.

Quality Responsibility:

Ensure the quality of our products and our workplace by following all procedures and guidelines.

Comply with all established GMP's, HACCP guidelines, housekeeping responsibilities and KHMS operating procedures.

Assist in the implementation of the KHMS program and training of new associates.

Safety Responsibility:

Actively participate in team safety efforts to achieve/exceed plant goals.

Involvement & support Safety teams & processes.

Required to perform all duties safely & use discretion to prevent injuries to self and/or others.

Qualifications:

• Must be willing and able to demonstrate leadership skills and behavior which will contribute to the overall team effectiveness.
• Understanding of the requirements and importance of documentation.
• Able to work well within a team environment as well as work effectively with co-workers and management.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Understanding of the requirements and importance of documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Able to lift 25 lbs.
• Below Kraft Heinz benefits are what is available after completion of temp to hire process.
• 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)
• Granite City 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 .