General Production - 3rd Shift

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## Job Description **Compensation Overview:** The starting hourly wage for this role is $20.07-$26.02 Shift Premium of $.75/hr on 2nd shift & $1.00/hr on 3rd shift. Hourly Bonus Program **Work Schedule:** · Flexible scheduling, 8-hour workday, 5-6 days a week, with possible overtime. · 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm) · 3rd Shift (11pm-7am) · Employees must have weekend availability. · Employees may work weekends and holidays. **Job Overview:** Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are amongst over 50 household brands in the U.S.? This is a place for you to create your career and make a difference! Joining the Champaign team is a great way to grow your skills, develop your abilities and delight consumers every day. We are currently seeking energetic and driven individuals to join our team. The area of our production for this position includes box making, packing cases, making batches, equipment cleaning, line operation, and more! **Responsibilities & Duties:** · Load raw materials and packaging supplies into machines or workstations; verify correct materials are being used. · Monitor product flow and quality during production; identify and report defects, contamination risks, or equipment issues. · Package finished goods accurately per specifications (case counts, labels, codes, allergens, date/lot coding). · Stack, palletize, and wrap product; move materials/finished goods using carts, pallet jacks, or forklift. · Operate production machinery and equipment as trained, including starting/stopping lines, monitoring performance, and making minor adjustments (speed, alignment, settings). · Sanitation, as required, in processing and packaging areas. · Documentation of pertinent information where required. · Follow all safety rules, food safety requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times. · Maintain PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) standards (hair/beard nets, steel toe shoes, bump cap, ear and eye protection, and removal of all piercings, jewelry, and false nails) per policy. · Report safety hazards, near misses, injuries, or food safety concerns immediately. · Comply with all company policies and general safety rules while performing duties. · Participate and collaborate in meetings. · Filling in for other positions and training other employees as assigned. · Perform other duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** · Prefer experience in production/ manufacturing- but will train the right candidates. · Able to operate a fork truck – Kraft Heinz will train. · Able to operate a computer. · Able to lift up to 50lbs. · Able to stand for extended periods of time. · Able to safely work at heights. · Safe work habits. · Attention to detail to avoid and/or identify errors. · Able to perform tasks from start to finish with minimal supervision. · Able to understand & follow instructions, excellent oral & written communication skills. **Plant & Community Overview:** Plant Overview: The Champaign, IL plant is the flagship plant in the Kraft Heinz organization and the largest volume producing plant in North America. · Established in 1963 · Home to 1000 employees, 3 8-hour shifts, 3 core departments · Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings, and A-1 steak sauce. Community Overview: Welcome to our [Champaign, IL](https://champaignil.gov/) community! **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 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 **Location(s)** Champaign Plant **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](mailto:NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com)**.**