General Production - 3rd Shift

About this role

Job Description Compensation Overview:  

• The starting pay for this role is $20.72/ hr   to $26.02/hr.  

• 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 .  

• 2 nd   Shift (3pm-11pm), 3 rd   Shift (11pm-7am)  

Employees must have weekend availability.  

Employees may   work   weekends and holidays.  

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 close to 1,000 employees, 3 8-hour shifts, 3 core departments  

• Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings, Heinz Ketchup, Primal   Kitchen   and A-1 steak sauce.  

• Community Overview:   Welcome to our   Champaign, IL   community!  

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.  

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 fo rklift .  

• Operate production machinery and equipment as trained, including starting/stopping lines,   mon itoring   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.  

• F illing 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.  

• Maintain an excellent attendance record / adherence to attendance policy.  

• 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. .  

• H igh   S chool   Diploma preferred.  

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 .

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