Pouch Op

Kraft Heinz • Granite City, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pouch Operator is responsible for all phases and operations of pouch-making equipment at the Granite City Plant. The role is offered as a temp-to-hire opportunity, with a pathway to permanent employment after completing a 600-hour probationary period. The starting rate is $23.00 per hour, increasing to $24.00 per hour after qualification/card certification; the permanent employment rate is approximately $25.63 per hour.

The operator runs pouch machines safely and efficiently while meeting quality expectations. The role includes inspecting equipment and work areas, checking pouch seals and capacity, maintaining pouch specifications, documenting production losses and downtime, completing shift paperwork, assisting with roll changes, and keeping the work area clean. Operators also communicate recurring or developing equipment issues and perform sanitation and other assigned duties.

The position contributes to productivity, quality, and safety goals by participating in team efforts, supporting process improvements, following GMP, HACCP, housekeeping, and KHMS procedures, and helping implement KHMS and train new associates. Kraft Heinz benefits are available after completion of the temp-to-hire process and include healthcare, wellbeing programs, paid time off, holidays, leave, training, and financial benefits, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility.

Requirements

• Willingness and ability to demonstrate leadership skills and behaviors that contribute to team effectiveness.
• Understanding of documentation requirements and their importance.
• Ability to work well in a team and effectively with coworkers and management.
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Able to lift 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate pouch machines safely and efficiently while achieving exceptional quality.
• Visually inspect the work area and machines being operated during the shift.
• Check pouch heat seals at least every 30 minutes and verify pouch capacity and bottom football size.
• Rotate side-seal and bottom-seal Teflon as needed.
• Document pouch losses, roll changes, and downtime on the Pouch Production Report, including quantities, reasons, machine areas, and operator or maintenance adjustments.
• Complete paperwork throughout the shift and at its conclusion.
• Assist Relief during roll changes on assigned machines.
• Keep the work area and table clean and free of debris.
• Promptly inform maintenance or the shift supervisor about recurring problems or developing issues.
• Discuss problems with the operator from the previous shift.
• Remove old flavor labels from empty boxes.
• Perform sanitation responsibilities as needed or required.
• Perform other duties assigned by the lead or supervisor.
• Participate in team goal-setting and meetings to support low-cost, high-quality production.
• Strive to maximize pouch-making equipment efficiency by suggesting and working to implement process improvements.
• Follow procedures and guidelines, including GMP, HACCP, housekeeping responsibilities, and KHMS operating procedures.
• Assist with KHMS implementation and training new associates.
• Participate in team safety efforts and support safety teams and processes.
• Perform duties safely and use discretion to prevent injuries to self and others.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for employees and eligible dependents, including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Leave of absence benefits.
• Recognition and training opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing programs, and family support programs.
• 401(k).
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Disability coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed