Packaging Operator - Overnights!

Job description

Operate and monitor packaging equipment including Massman Casepackers, Marsh Case Coders, Fuji Banders, and associated packaging systems. Ensure Cool Whip containers are properly frozen, banded, cased, coded, and sent to frozen warehouse locations. Verify package fill levels, product weights, code dates, and packaging specifications. Perform film changes, equipment adjustments, and changeovers as required. Perform basic troubleshooting and minor mechanical adjustments to maintain production efficiency.

Load supplies and packaging materials to support continuous production operations. Complete startup, shutdown, disassembly, sanitation, reassembly, and startup activities. Recognize and report unusual operating conditions, equipment failures, or quality concerns to leadership. Maintain housekeeping standards throughout the production shift. Support production goals while maintaining safety and quality standards. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

Perform all other duties as assigned. Follow all Kraft Heinz safety policies and procedures. Safely operate production and packaging equipment. Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures as required. Wear and maintain required PPE. Report unsafe conditions, behaviors, and equipment immediately. Support Kraft Heinz's safety-first culture. Clean and sanitize packaging equipment, tools, floors, and work areas. Disassemble and reassemble equipment for sanitation activities.

Complete sanitation activities in accordance with Kraft Heinz standards. Safely handle cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment. Maintain GMP and housekeeping standards throughout the shift. Ensure products meet Kraft Heinz Quality Assurance standards. Verify package fill, product weights, coding accuracy, and packaging integrity. Communicate quality concerns immediately. Complete required production, quality, and traceability documentation.

Support food safety, GMP, and quality programs. Participate in audits and corrective action activities as required. Packaging equipment operation Mechanical aptitude Troubleshooting Equipment changeovers Documentation and recordkeeping Food safety and sanitation knowledge Quality verification Production operations Teamwork Communication Attention to Detail Accountability Reliability Adaptability Time Management Safety Awareness Standing up to 12 hours a day Lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. regularly and occasionally up to 80 lbs.

Repetitive motion with hands Kneeling Twisting Squatting Reaching above shoulder level Working in hot and cold environments (Lunchables 40 degrees F, Cool Whip 90 degrees/-35 degrees F, Cold Storage 0 degrees F) Working in loud environments over 85 decibels Able to give and understand instructions and hold conversations in a manufacturing environment as well as an office or classroom setting Must operate a computer and other standard office equipment High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Strong communication skills. Ability to work weekends, holidays, and mandated overtime. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred. Prior manufacturing experience. Food manufacturing experience. Packaging equipment operation experience. Mechanical troubleshooting experience. Experience working in regulated manufacturing environments.