Production Cook - Starting wage $28/hr (3rd shift)

Kraft Heinz • Beaver Dam, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Cook is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of cook equipment, cooking ingredients, and completing sanitation requirements. The role requires careful attention to product quality and safe work practices while supporting business systems such as QCDSM, ISO, and GMPs in a team environment. When not assigned to the Cook job, the employee may be assigned to the B pool based on seniority.

The position is scheduled for third shift, 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Overtime and weekends are required as needed. The starting wage is $28.00 per hour, plus a $2.00 per hour shift premium. The role is based at the Beaver Dam Plant.

Requirements

• Able to speak, read, and write English.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds in accordance with the NIOSH Lifting Equation and use plant-approved safe lifting practices.
• Able to work extended hours.
• Must perform job duties efficiently and safely.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Must follow Kraft policies, internal procedures, and applicable food safety and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate cook equipment safely and accurately.
• Follow cook formula procedures for products produced on the lines.
• Perform equipment setup, startup, and changeover procedures as needed.
• Monitor and communicate process or product abnormalities to a Supervisor, Team Leader, or Line Technician.
• Perform sanitation duties for cook-area equipment and other production equipment, including assigned sanitation-period work.
• Conduct and document quality checks, including cook sheets, temperature charts, and other process documentation defined in QCMS/DPS procedures.
• Handle and use chemicals accurately and safely.
• Analyze cleaner strengths for soaps and sanitizers used in sanitation.
• Safely operate the salvage rework system and complete required documentation accurately.
• Maintain and monitor the powder feed system.
• Perform Non-Dairy base setter duties.
• Follow Good Sanitation Practices when handling equipment and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Complete required observations and training on schedule.
• Support plant quality systems and follow FSQ requirements, including GMPs and other daily or job-specific duties supporting QRMP.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a Supervisor or Team Leader.
• Follow Kraft policies in the Employee Handbook and internal Kraft procedures.
• Perform job duties efficiently and safely and work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for employees and eligible dependents, including medical and prescription drug plans.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision coverage.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Leave of absence.
• Recognition programs.
• Training.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellbeing programs and family support programs.
• 401(k).
• Life insurance.
• Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• Disability coverage.
• Wellbeing events, resources, and learning opportunities addressing physical, social, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

What This Job Offers

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