Location: Massillon,OH, USA
Job Description
Food Safety Associate - Non-Union Position - 1 position needed-Midnight shift
Massillon Plant
Benefits & Compensation Overview:
* Medical
* Dental
* Vision
* Prescription
* 401K
* Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc.
* (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account
* Pay range from $23.78 per hour
* Annual increases
* Incentive bonus eligibility
Work Schedule:
* 3-shift operation: Manufacturing of products on day and afternoon shifts; Sanitation - midnight shift
* Monday through Friday-Possible overtime and weekends during peak season
* Hours vary by shift
Plant & Community Overview:
Plant Overview:
The Kraft Heinz Massillon factory is engaged in the manufacture of frozen food products, most particularly, frozen dinner entrees, spinach dip, and kids' meal under the brand name of Smart Ones, Smart Made, Devour, Kraft, TGI Fridays and Crave. All items produced are frozen and under strict supervision of FDA, ODA, two (2) on-site federal USDA inspectors, and company quality inspectors. The Massillon, Ohio factory currently employs approximately 370 salaried, non-union hourly and union hourly employees. The Union hourly workers are represented by Local 17A of the United Food & Commercial Workers Union.
The factory currently operates production lines on day and afternoon shifts. The midnight shift is dedicated to sanitation, maintenance and warehouse; disassembling, cleaning, completely sanitizing all production lines and equipment, and reassembling them in preparation for the next day's production operation. All products are micro-tested in the on-site Quality Assurance Laboratory. The products manufactured at the Massillon factory are distributed throughout the United States and Canada through retail and warehouse club outlets.
Community Overview:
Welcome to our community!
Job Overview:
Are you looking to start an exciting career where you can train on and learn multiple positions? Or maybe you are happy with just being very good at one position? Kraft Heinz Massillon is the place for you where your dedication and ambition can take you into positions that you may not have thought possible. 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! Kraft Heinz likes to promote from within so come join us and start building your knowledge and career to take you where you want to be and help us build a better world!
Responsibilities & Duties:
* Participate/support the RMP (Risk Management Process) and assist in the development of the system and operational standards and corrective actions.
* Required to gain working knowledge in Company policy in regards to Quality and Food Safety.
* Audit and record HACCP's and control points data as required by policy.
* Audit and record ingredients use for verification of lot tracking capabilities using process sheets, weight sheets and other product specification data.
* Audit processing systems for conformity to company standards and specifications and Government Regulations.
* Document / Log the information about Hold Tags applied and generate components reject and Hold Report.
* Audit and record operational sanitation activities and GMP's in assigned area.
* Audit weight control records for assigned lines.
* Audit information on all product cartons and cases, including product description, codes and date for assigned areas.
* Assist training of others in traditional Quality Assurance functions as needed.
* Collect required PE/NLV/Micro/Fat, etc. samples for assigned areas.
* Perform Product Evaluations as specified in SOP's.
* Perform metal detector and check weigher verification checks for accuracy during operations.
* Responsible for collection, sorting, electronically scanning and filing all production process sheets.
* Perform 5S housekeeping duties in the lab area as necessary.
* Working knowledge of Oracl Agile.
* Issue process sheet to files for production use daily, issue changes if pack plan changes warrant.
* Inform and assist supervisors and team leaders to take corrective action in quality issues, GMP, SOP, HACCP/Formulation.
* Backup Micro Technician:
* Conducts and records micro testing on ingredients, finished product, equipment & environment
* Perform standard & AOAC approved method microbiological tests & analysis for total plate count
* Perform routine and scheduled tests and analysis of air and environmental conditions
* Place all non-compliant product on Hold & maintain Hold lists.
* Purchasing and maintaining inventories of all equipment/chemicals used in QA
* Files & maintain completed QA paperwork
* Conducts lab audits & assist in reviewing/updating Microbiological S.O.P.
* Reports all non-compliance analyses to QA Supervisor, daily
* Training and Safety - Provide a safe and healthful work environment for all personnel through consistent support of the company's Heinz Safety Process.
* Interprets company policies to workers and enforces policies and safety regulations.
* Must be able to work flexible hours; days, afternoons, midnights, overtime and weekends as necessary.
Qualifications:
* BS Degree for Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry or other related Science, Preferred. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two to four years related experience and/or training; or a combination of related education and related work experience.
* Comprehensive knowledge of PC's, scales, refractometer, ovens and other office equipment.
* Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing environment.
* Comprehensive knowledge of the Code of Federal Regulations that deal specifically with food, meat and poultry.
* Comprehensive knowledge of the OSHA requirements.
* Ability to detect quality errors or problems and take corrective action within assigned scope of authority.
* Reading, comprehension and math skills required.
* Demonstrate reliability and good work ethics, quality work performance, attention to detail is a must, and maintain a good working relationship with all other departments.
* Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
* Ability to multitask and work in a team oriented fast-paced environment.
* Excellent interpersonal, and organizational skills and must be detail and process oriented.
* Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and be able to identify and solve problems.
* Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proficient computer skills in Excel and/or Access, Word, e-mail.
* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
* Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
* Ability to use hands/arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
* Ability to work in all areas of the facility including hot and cold areas, and be exposed to wet and humid conditions.
* Must be able to lift and or move up to 50 lbs or more.
* Must have excellent vision, distant and peripheral, with the ability to identify and distinguish items.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually high, and ear protection is required.
* May work near moving mechanical parts, high and/or confining places.
* Must be able to work flexible hours; days, afternoons, midnights, overtime and weekends as necessary.
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)
Massillon - Hourly
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 ...@kraftheinz.com.