Processing Operator

The Kraft Heinz Company • Granite City, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Processing Operator is responsible for batching, blending, and testing to ensure product is within Kraft specifications. This role involves operating the batching system for raw ingredients and finished products, including Cleaning in Place (CIP). The operator will also check process water and filler baths for chlorine levels, obtain finished product samples, check chemical levels used in cleaning, calibrate scales and thermometers, swab fillers after cleaning, perform pipe swings for CIP, blend juices, put away incoming drums, change and sanitize port-a-tanks, and perform weekly sanitation PMs. Additionally, the role requires checking and documenting HACCP, performing sanitation duties, and using SAP for FEFO (First-Expired, First-Out) inventory management. Accurate Connected Worker Data Entry, daily 5S, CIL, CL, and defect handling are also key responsibilities. The operator will engage in all department activities, demonstrate teamwork, and perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Required to drive forklift.
• Working knowledge of computers.
• SAP Usage.
• ZPI Knowledge.
• Travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Run the batching system which controls the batching of raw ingredients into a finished product and Cleaning in Place (CIP).
• Check the batches and record findings on the finish batch records and enter Unilab.
• Check process water and filler baths for levels of chlorine.
• Obtain finished product samples during the day for Q. S. department.
• Checking chemical levels used by the production department during cleaning of equipment.
• Calibration of scales and thermometers.
• Swabbing of the fillers after CIP and COP.
• Making pipe swings to CIP.
• Blend juices in port-a-tanks to be used in the finished batches.
• Put incoming drums of juices and essences away.
• Change port-a-tank when empty and replace with full port-a-tanks.
• Sanitation of port-a-tanks.
• PM on port-a-tank butterfly valves.
• PM for sanitation once per week.
• Check and document HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point).
• Perform sanitation responsibilities as needed or required.
• Must be able to use SAP for following FEFO.
• Accurate Connected Worker Data Entry.
• Daily 5S, CIL, CL and defect handling completion.
• Engage in all department activities required by the team, i.e. Base condition events.
• Demonstrate a teamwork environment.
• Other duties as assigned or required.
• Actively participate in team goal setting/implementation to ensure that we are the low-cost, high-quality producer.
• Strive to maximize the efficiency of the plant/department by submitting and implementing process improvements.
• Troubleshoot and communicate issues throughout the department.
• Filling out defect cards.
• Ensure the quality of our products and our workplace by following all procedures and guidelines.
• Comply with all established GMP's, HACCP guidelines, housekeeping responsibilities and KHMS operating procedures.
• Assist in the implementation of the KHMS program and training of new associates.
• Actively participate in team safety efforts to achieve/exceed plant goals.
• Involvement & support of safety processes.
• Required to perform all duties safely & use discretion to prevent injuries to self and/or others.

Benefits

• 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.
• Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
• Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

What This Job Offers

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