Cover Machine Operator

The Kraft Heinz Company•New Ulm, MN

3d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

At our New Ulm location, we make processed cheese. The work here is fast paced and we reward hard work and strong performance. The Operator is responsible for all secondary packaging in Filling which includes: Box Machines, Carton Closers, Case packers, Combi/Robot/Taper, Converger and miscellaneous conveyors. The work consists of many tasks of medium complexity and is moderately due to numerous machines throughout the department. Works from verbal and written instructions and performs without close supervision. Work requires simple mathematics and elementary statistical interpretation. This person must be familiar with the operating procedures and the quality specifications of uncased and cased product. Must ensure proper code dating correct shippers and the labels correspond for the products being run. This operator will perform minor mechanical adjustments to equipment operated.

Requirements

Handles 30 lbs. or less frequently and up to 80 lbs. infrequently.
High School Diploma/GED Preferred.
Previous Manufacturing Experience Preferred.
Seeking individuals who work well with teams, are goal oriented, and enjoy satisfaction in performing a job well done.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

Places foil rolls on formers, plastic liners on bulk line and stretch wrap roll stock on shrink wrap and adjusts as necessary.
Responsible for filling case packer corrugate, box machine corrugate and cartons.
Removes scrap cardboard, waste and pallets from area.
Attends to minor machine malfunctions; clears jams, removes defective packages, cleans equipment for proper function.
Assisting all other areas of the room, as needed.
Responsible for filling glue pots and replenishing tape on tapers.
Stack off when necessary.
Assist Palletizer Operator when needed.
Assist in changeovers of packaging equipment.
Monitor spiral cooling system and correct temperatures
Empty all products from Spirals, Case packer, Comb, PMI and conveyors at shutdowns
Oscar Boards
Make minor adjustments to the equipment for quality product.
Complete on-line checks and file records.
Document all traceability of supplies/ingredients.
Read production schedule to verify running the correct product.
Changeovers and Shutdowns.
Assists in cleaning pipes and equipment during changeovers.
Completes full sanitation as required.
Performs housekeeping in work area and keeps area clean.
Performs interdictive cleaning at the required frequencies.
Performs periodic quality checks: seals, package integrity and square cartons.
Performs weight control, check weigher and x-ray checks at required frequencies. (Quality Suites)
Code dates and labels must be present and legible on all required packaging.
All required lab samples must be pulled and labeled.
Product temperature must be monitored and documented per quality procedure.
Follow all plant GMPs.
Follow all general safety rules.
Use caution around moving equipment.
Use all appropriate LO/TO.

Benefits

Full Benefit Package: Medical, Dental, Vision
Company Matched 401K (6%)
On site Company Store
Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
General Labor starting at $26.00/hr
Annual Bonus opportunity (FOIP) up to 3.5% of annual earnings
$1.00 per hour shift premium
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.
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