About The Position

The Kraft Heinz Company is hiring a Machine Operator for its liquid pouch production area at the Mason, Ohio plant. The role performs general production duties in a food manufacturing environment, following strict quality and safety standards. Operators work as part of a fast-paced, team-oriented production operation packaging portion-sized liquid pouch condiments, such as mustard and relish. The plant produces nearly 190 million pounds of sauces annually. The advertised schedule is Monday through Friday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. (third shift), with hours variable based on the assigned work. Candidates must be available to work all shifts, including second and third shifts, as well as weekends and holidays. Overtime is possible and may consist of four hours before or after the regular shift, for a total of 12 hours. The starting pay is $24.57 per hour. The position offers a potential annual bonus of 3.5% of annual earnings through the Field Operations Incentive Plant (FOIP) program. Vacation is available after successful completion of 90 days of employment. Benefits and programs may vary by role and other employment factors.

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.
  • 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 so visual boards can be completed correctly.
  • Monitor and respond to visual board information.
  • 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 apply stickers or other identifying information as requested by customers.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Contribute improvement suggestions and ideas to support the facility’s success.
  • Follow applicable quality and safety standards.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage with multiple providers and tiers to choose from.
  • Dental coverage with multiple providers and tiers to choose from.
  • Vision coverage with multiple providers and tiers to choose from.
  • 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).
  • Potential annual bonus of 3.5% of annual earnings through the Field Operations Incentive Plant (FOIP) program.
  • 401(k).
  • Life insurance.
  • Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
  • Disability coverage.
  • Wellbeing events, resources, and learning opportunities.
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