Job Description
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Quality Lead to work at our sauces, and pickles processing facility in Holland, MI.
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to stand during an 8 to 12-hour shift
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Prior Quality lead experience is preferred
EEO Policy
Kraft Heinz is an EO employer - Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categoriesBenefits & Compensation Overview:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Company paid Life Insurance, Company paid Short-term disability
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HAS) with Company contribution
Wellness Program
Starting Pay Rate $25.72 an hour
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, including some weekends 2:00pm-10:30pmPlant & Community Overview:
Plant Overview:
Approximately 300 employees
1st, 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities- assigned based on business needs and seniority
Union Plant, represented by UFCW Local 705
Products: Vinegar, BBQ Sauces, Relish, Pickles, Mustard
The Holland plant is one of the oldest plants in the company and has been operating since 1897. Although, locally known as the "pickle factory", currently pickles only make up 5% of the total production. In 2016 the factory installed grey poupon mills to allow the production of its iconic mustard.
Job Overview:
This position will consist of daily activities of analytical, statistical, and finished goods inspectors, assuring proper methods are begin used. Oversee work of full-time quality checkers. A successful candidate in this role is a fast learner, likes to observe and recommend changes to improve their jobs. This is an ideal job for somebody looking for long term career with a stable, reputable company.
Responsibilities & Duties:
Must learn the safe and proper operation of the packaging filling equipment.
Responsible for monitoring and communicating any process or product abnormalities to your Supervisor, Team Leader, or Line Technician.
Performing Good Sanitation Practices (GSP's) when handling equipment.
Assist in scheduling and training QA employees.
Advise all departments in interpretation of QA data.
Coordinate with Production and T&W personnel for product holds, sampling and testing, disposition and release of holds.
Collect, prepare, package and complete paperwork for samples to Headquarters QA, Canada, suppliers, customers, and potential customers.
Collect, prepare for shipment, track Nutritional Analysis samples for Headquarters QA.
Maintain and update line sheets, process sheets, notices of pack, recipes, spice mixes, etc. as required.
Maintain inventory of chemicals, testing solutions, etc. and order as needed.
Issue recipes to Process Control and 3er. Floor Production Department assuring correct recipes are in use.
Perform daily analytical prechecks and make recipe adjustments when necessary.
Perform standardization and maintenance on equipment. Prepare solutions for testing and bacteriological culturing.
Accurately prepare various forms, correspondence, and reports by using typewriter, computer, etc.
Maintain accurate and complete records.
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of Quality Risk Management Program (QRMP) as assigned.
Perform review and grant approval of incoming ingredients.
Maintain a neat, clean and orderly working area and follow safe practices. Report issues to supervisor.
#INDMFGHLocation(s)Holland Factory
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 NATAI@kraftheinz.com.
It is the continuing policy of The Kraft Heinz Company to afford full equal employment opportunity to qualified employees and applicants, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental handicaps, military or veteran status, sexual preference, or any other protected condition or characteristic in conformity with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
Final candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without Company sponsorship. Exceptions requesting work visa sponsorship will be reviewed on a case to case basis.
