5 Blast Cooler Driver

Kraft Heinz•New Ulm, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Kraft Heinz as a Blast Cooler Product Driver (LTO) in New Ulm, MN. This role is responsible for transporting products into and out of the blast coolers, managing inventory, and ensuring product quality and safety. The position requires operating a forklift in a temperature-controlled environment and working with a team to meet production goals.

Requirements

A valid fork truck license is required.
Simple mathematical skills of addition and subtraction.
Ability to communicate between Palletizer Operator and/or Line Techs.
Ability to work from brief verbal instructions and without close supervision.
Ability to lift up to 45# cases/80# pallets infrequently.
Ability to think and act quickly and safely in a congested work area.
Must wear hearing protection.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Blast Cooler Driver.

Responsibilities

Transporting products from the bulk production line into the blast coolers.
Transporting products from the blast cooler to the robots.
Tracking of materials for cooling times based on code dates and times via visual management and use of the Matrics system (scanning).
Following FIFO and plant production schedules.
Verifying pallets coming into the blast cooler and pallets that will be restacked: Product number, code date, case integrity, expanded pallet pattern and pallet ticket.
Scanning product and bay into Matrics system for traceability.
Tagging bays that have different code dates / products.
Communicating with production rooms/Palletizers/DHL for changeovers.
Understanding and following the Plant’s Hold procedures.
Getting pallets from dock truck to supply robots.
Putting pallets in the pallet dispenser, putting slip sheets in the slip sheeter.
Scanning product in and out of Matrics in accordance with inventory recordkeeping requirements.
Notifying Palletizer Operator of malfunctioning equipment.
Changing the forklift battery.
Performing lift truck inspections every shift prior to use.
Responsible for department sanitation as needed.
Keeping area clean.
Following GMP’s.
Cleaning blast cooler area when needed.
Responsible for traceability using Matrics system for product locations, number of cases, proper ticket on pallet.
Communicating to the Filling room/Palletizer if cases are open, damaged, or some other related defect is observed.
Following FIFO and production schedules pertaining to code dates and product cooling times to preserve Quality Timetables for shipping of cooled product.
Following procedures for retaining product traceability through the restack process (Matrics).
Following all safety rules.
Following all guidelines associated with safely operating forklifts.
Using proper LO/TO procedures.
Being constantly aware of heavy forklift traffic.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Comprehensive benefits
Opportunities to grow
Starting pay: $26.65 per hour
Benefits begin in 30 days
Hourly Bonus Program
Medical options (HRA, HSA, FSA, 5 carrier choices + Rx card)
Vision, dental, life, disability, family planning & childcare support
Adoption reimbursement & paid parental leave
LiveWell Program: Wellness rewards + lifestyle discounts ($50 fitness tracker subsidy!)
401(k) Matching + Extra Contribution: Added 3% company bonus
Employee Perks: FREE product & swag
Learning & Growth: Access the award‑winning Ownerversity resource library
Inclusive Networks: Join our Business Resource Groups (BRGs)
Mental health support via Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future.
Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for employees and their families.
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