Machine Operator 2nd Shift Monday-Friday 3pm-11pm Starting Pay 24.57

Kraft Heinz•Mason, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kraft Heinz Company is hiring a Machine Operator for its liquid pouch production area at the Mason plant in Mason, Ohio. The position performs general production duties in a food manufacturing environment while following strict quality and safety standards. Operators work as part of a team packaging portion-sized liquid pouch condiments, such as mustard and relish, in a fast-paced production setting. The plant produces nearly 190 million pounds of sauces each year. The advertised schedule is Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. (second shift), with hours potentially varying based on assigned work. Overtime is possible and may be scheduled for four hours before or after the regular shift, resulting in a 12-hour workday. The posting also says candidates must be available for all shifts, including second and third shifts, weekends, and holidays. Starting pay is $24.57 per hour. The plant is non-union and has more than 320 employees. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred, and experience in a GMP or regulated industry is a plus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Availability to work all shifts, including second and third shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lift and carry 25–50 pounds regularly.
Outstanding attendance record.
Strong attention to detail, including the ability to identify defects and follow quality standards.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and balance changing priorities.
Focus on safety and a history of practicing safe work habits.
Positive, team-focused attitude.
Ability to achieve a qualifying score on a job skills assessment administered after a passing interview score.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in a GMP or regulated industry.

Responsibilities

Operate filling equipment and make minor machine adjustments.
Package finished products.
Make corrugated boxes and partitions.
Pack finished merchandise in boxes.
Seal cases using a tape gun or tape machine.
Label finished cases with the proper identification.
Place finished cases on pallets according to predetermined case placements.
Monitor merchandise cases to ensure proper weight and accurate packaging components.
Monitor machine scrap and follow scrap procedures.
Record accurate hourly machine counts for visual boards.
Monitor and respond to information on visual boards.
Clean and rinse equipment during changeovers.
Assist with machine start-ups.
Keep the work area and station clean.
Label the sides and ends of boxes and add stickers or other identifying information as requested by customers.
Contribute improvement suggestions and ideas.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical coverage through a marketplace with multiple providers and tiers.
Dental coverage through a marketplace with multiple providers and tiers.
Vision coverage through a marketplace with multiple providers and tiers.
10 company-paid holidays per year.
Vacation available after successful completion of 90 days of employment.
Paid parental leave.
Bereavement leave.
Pet insurance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Group Legal Protection.
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
Annual bonus potential of 3.5% of annual earnings through the Field Operations Incentive Plant (FOIP) program.
Benefits and wellbeing programs that may include paid time off, leave of absence, recognition, training, wellbeing programs, family support programs, prescription drug coverage, screenings and assessments, 401(k), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and disability coverage.