General Laborer - Starting wage $21.50/hr

Wage: $21.50/hr plus $2/hr Shift Premium

2nd shift (1pm to 9pm)

3rd shift (9pm to 5am)

The General Laborer is responsible for performing tasks to support general operations of the facility. Tasks will include, but are not limited to material handling, the loading of packaging supplies into machinery, the basic operation of cream cheese packaging/processing equipment, and equipment cleaning and sanitizing. This position must support all business systems (such as QCDSM, ISO, GMPs) while working in a team environment.

• Load and unload items from machines, conveyors, and conveyances. Handling and Moving Objects Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things, and using your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls while making Repetitive Motions. Performing General Physical Activities Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Start machines or equipment to begin production processes and Operate machinery used in the production process or assist machine operators. Prepare raw materials for processing, dumping materials such as prepared ingredients into machine hoppers prior to mixing. Lifting raw materials, finished products, and packed items, manually or using manual or powered lifts.
• Transfer finished products, raw materials, tools, or equipment between storage and work areas of plants and warehouses, by hand or using hand trucks or powered lift trucks.
• Responsible for conducting and documenting quality checks within the required structure such as weight control records, code date check sheets, etc. Record information, such as the number of products tested, meter readings, or dates and times of product production, read gauges or charts, and record data acquired.
• Remove products, machine attachments, or waste material from machines. Clean and lubricate equipment, wash work areas, machines, equipment, vehicles, or products.
• Break up defective products for reprocessing. Peeling rework and run through the salvage press for continuous hours of your shift.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader
• Responsible to follow FSQ requirements such as GMPs and other daily/job specific duties to support QRMP. Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards, while following all company established safety policies and procedures! (Wearing Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats!)
• Getting Information Observing, receiving, and otherwise acquiring information from all relevant sources and then Communicating with Supervisors and Peers Providing information to supervisors, and co-workers by telephone, in written form, or in person.
• Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. Making Decisions and Solving Problems Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and tackle problems.
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships Developing constructive and harmonious working relationships with others and maintaining them over time.

• Work is performed indoors around industrial equipment in varying temperatures and the pace is determined by the speed of the equipment. Some extended hours on each shift along with some weekends and holidays. The positions will require periods of standing, walking, bending, and twisting. Must possess the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. The ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls is required in order to perform job duties efficiently and safely.

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 familys needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

Youll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training

• Emotional Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

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Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com .