Bag Prep 2nd Shift

About the Role

Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids is looking for candidates that want to make great soups! This is an hourly manufacturing position on 2nd shift, 1:30pm–10:00pm, at the Kraft Heinz – Cedar Rapids facility located at 4601 C Street SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404. We are seeking a highly skilled operator, capable of being flexible and working in multiple different positions as required from day to day, with solid knowledge of bag prep, spice, hand pre-weigh and all products' requirements, and the ability to identify any quality concerns with the ingredients, allergen labeling or cleans/changeovers.

Plant Overview

The Cedar Rapids facility is a 3-shift operation and a non-union facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members, who are a mix of temporary and full-time associates. It is 100% food service, with 4 bag soup lines, 1 tub line, 18 kettles, 5 filling lines, and 4 packaging lines. Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese.

Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups in the mid-1980s, originated by Jamie and Shannon Ashby along with their mother, using family-held recipes for many kinds of soups. In the 1990s the name was changed to Quality Chef Foods. Heinz acquired Quality Chef Foods in the mid-2000s. In 2015 Kraft and Heinz merged to become Kraft Heinz as we know it today.

Community Overview

The Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area is known as the cultural corridor. There is always something to do, a site to visit or a show to see! From Cedar Rapids there is an easy commute, great school communities, low crime rates and bike friendly. Cost of living ratio great. Cedar Rapids is a vibrant city, encompassing unique attractions, exciting events, specialty shopping, a dynamic art scene, and a large variety of restaurant and nightlife options. You'll find that Cedar Rapids offers one of the best places to live, work and play in the Midwest.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Weigh raw ingredients according to recipe
• Organize ingredients according to recipes by placing them in barrels, drums, etc.
• Perform constant / accurate inventory checks on ingredients according to schedules
• Stage materials according to recipe
• Complete paperwork / IQS entries
• Cover staged ingredients
• Place recipe tag on barrel / carts when recipe is complete
• Clean / Sanitize work area
• Help with other recipes as needed
• Assemble/changeover equipment as assigned
• Quality (verify product quality, item numbers, weights)
• Safety (follow all required safe work practices—ie: PPE, JSA)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented and possess good organizational skills
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. above your head
• Must be able to perform well under stress
• Working conditions include extremes of hot and cold temperatures
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work independently and with others
• Must be able to work in a safe manner
• Must ensure quality products are being packaged
• Responsible for following all Food Safety Policies and Safety Procedures
• Responsible for Q-RMP standards implementation as defined by the accountability list document
• Employees will follow all safety protocols and perform their job responsibilities in a safe manner; safety is everyone's responsibility

Successful candidates must have the willingness to: always perform to the highest level of competence; cooperate as a team; be open, especially with information and knowledge; trust and be trustworthy; respect others – customers, suppliers, colleagues – and yourself; and be accountable for one's actions.

Pay

Pay Rate: $22.08

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc.
• (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account
• Start earning PTO at hire
• Generous Non-Union (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plan - BONUS PLAN

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. 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.

You'll 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