Production Associate- 3rd Shift

Kraft Heinz•Garland, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate follows production processes to meet or exceed quality, safety, productivity, and cost standards. This role is part of a trained team that adapts to changing operational requirements. The associate places food components in individual trays, performs sanitation and housekeeping duties, assists with equipment changeovers, and follows company and plant Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), rules, and regulations. The role also supports the Quality Management System and ensures products are processed, packaged, stored, and distributed in compliance with regulatory, customer, and Kraft Heinz requirements. Employees follow Kraft Heinz safety and environmental policies, work toward an injury-free environment, and identify and report hazards, injuries, illnesses, and other losses. The position is at the Garland Plant and works a Monday–Friday third shift from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Base pay is $18.36 per hour, plus a $1.00 shift premium. Required overtime and weekend work may occur during peak season and are paid at overtime rates. On-the-job training is provided. The work environment is cold, typically 38–42°F, with regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and usually loud noise.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Basic math skills.
Ability to understand written, oral, or diagram-form instructions.
Ability to handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.
Regularly stand and talk or hear; frequently walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Place components of meat, cheese, crackers, and treats in individual trays.
Perform periodic cleaning duties according to the cleaning schedule.
Clean equipment according to Kraft sanitation guidelines.
Assist with equipment changeovers.
Perform housekeeping duties, including sweeping and emptying trashcans, paper wagons, and trash wagons, to keep the work area clean and orderly.
Follow company and Garland Plant GMPs, rules, and regulations.
Support development, implementation, and maintenance of the Quality Management System and help ensure products meet regulatory, customer, and Kraft Heinz requirements.
Operate according to Kraft Heinz Safety Values and follow safety and environmental policies, procedures, and compliance programs.
Work toward an injury-free environment.
Review work areas for potential losses and loss-control opportunities, and report hazards, injuries, illnesses, and other losses to supervisors.

Benefits

Affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savings plans for employees and eligible dependents, subject to applicable plan terms.
Medical and prescription drug coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Paid time off and company holidays.
Leave of absence.
Recognition and training.
Employee Assistance Program.
Wellbeing programs and family support programs.
401(k).
Life insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Disability coverage.
Employee wellbeing events, resources, and learning opportunities.