Quality Technician Line Lead - 3rd shift

Kraft Heinz•Holland, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Quality Technician Line Lead on the 3rd shift. The Holland Plant, established in 1897, employs over 300 people and produces a variety of products including sweet relish, Grey Poupon mustard, yellow mustard, vinegar, pickle variations, and BBQ sauce. This is a union facility represented by the Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union (RWDSU). The shift is Third Shift (10PM – 6:30AM) Monday – Friday with a $2.00 shift premium, and the ability to work all shifts for training needs and potential Saturday and Sunday overtime. Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

GED or greater required
Requires applied mathematical skills
Requires accuracy in recordkeeping
Requires good standing within the company to maintain qualification
Requires computer literacy and capability to learn Quality Assurance systems

Responsibilities

Obtain product samples and prepare for various test and reviews.
Perform various determinations on products as required, such as, but not limited to: Salinity, acidity, pH, brix, sugar, vacuum, headspace, count, fill weight, finished goods, consistency, turbidity, color, spin test, drained weight, torque, defect levels, tamper evident function, temperature, package integrity and sieve.
Standardize and monitor instrument function.
Maintain a current working knowledge of all analytical, statistical, and finished goods evaluation procedures.
Acquire and properly store Quality Assurance samples.
Maintain accurate and complete records.
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly working area. Including washing dishes and stocking lab supplies.
Prepare barcode scanners for production lines at the beginning of every shift or line startup.
Perform hourly glass audits on relevant production areas.
Perform weekly GMP audits on relevant areas.
Assist in troubleshooting as applicable when nonconformances are identified.
Conduct glass inspections after breakage incidents on the lines.
Verify Xray functionality on all applicable lines.
Review Xray reject images for potential contaminants as necessary.
Conduct hourly finished goods inspections including verification of proper codes and proper materials usage (bottle/cap/sleeve/etc).
Inform appropriate personnel of nonconformance to specifications.
Maintain a working knowledge of the pickle, vinegar and sauce manufacturing operations.
Set up and perform organoleptic reviews as required.
Maintain a working knowledge of and perform other Q.A. related duties as directed.
Keep work area clean and orderly.
Follow all safety and quality guidelines.
Perform any other duty as required by supervisor or lead person.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Supplemental life insurance
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