Job description
General information
All posting locations: Lowville, New York, United States of America
Job Function: 07 - Quality
Date Published: 22-Mar-2023
Ref #: R-68136
Remote, Hybrid or Onsite: Onsite
Description & Requirements
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking Hold and Release Analyst to work at our food processing facility in Lowville- NY. Successful candidates must be willing to contribute improvements suggestions and ideas to help continue the success of our facility. Ideal candidates must be safety and quality orientated along with demonstrate adaptability and willingness to work in a team orientated- fast paced work environment. This position requires individuals to perform general production duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards.
EEO Policy
Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories
Benefits & Compensation Overview:
We offer a variety of benefits depending on how you chose what is best for you- but what is offered are:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Additional perks: Pet Insurance- (EAP) Employee Assistance Program- Company paid Life Insurance- Company paid Short-term disability
- (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.
- $27.07/hour
- A $1 shift differential for those who working on second or $1.25 shift differential for those working on third shift.
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday- 3pm pm to 11 pm (2nd Shift- variable based on assigned work)
Work schedule varies based on what the needs are for the shift. Weekend- holiday- and overtime work will be required.
Plant & Community Overview:
https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com/
Plant Overview:
Bullet points you may want to include are:
- Over 400 employees
- 1st- 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities
- Built in 1971. The facility is over 400-000 square feet. The plant has 18 production lines. Supplied by local farms. Largest employer in Lewis County.
- Products: Philadelphia Cream Cheese- Polly-O String Cheese- Kraft String Cheese
Community Overview:
Welcome to Lowville: https://lowville.racog.org/
Responsibilities & Duties:
Provide a bullet point list of the responsibilities and duties of this job.
- Maintaining and implementing the Hold and Release program for raw materials- packaging materials- packaging supplies- and finished product
- Finished Product Grading; Shelf Life evaluation; Cream Complaints; Material Release in SAP
- Perform Cooling studies- ensuring compliance to testing frequency & evaluation of cooling curves
- Shipment of Samples; Dump Run Program
- Provides various weekly and monthly reports and other duties as assigned
- Other duties may include; general housekeeping- filing paperwork- period cleaning- saniguides and special projects
- This position will be interacting with plant personnel- Corporate Quality and vendors
Sanitation: Will ensure that the equipment and machinery he/she works with is cleaned and sanitized per the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program rules explained at the beginning of the employment and during refresher sessions.
Quality Assurance: Ensures all products manufactured comply with the Quality Assurance Program and policies reviewed during the on the job training applicable to this specific operation function.
Safety: Will follow instructions delivered during the training that explained the fundamentals of the Kraft Heinz Safety Process and will keep himself/herself and others away from harm while performing his/her duties. Will adhere to LOTO policy and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ability to work on all shifts- Weekend and Holiday work will be required. Schedule is based on a 7 day/week production; therefore- workdays may fluctuate from week to week based on production. May perform different duties throughout the week as required.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Excellent computer skills including Microsoft office suite- SAP- eQCMS and file management
- Must have excellent record keeping- have high degree of accuracy- and be a self-motivated individual
- This position requires basic mathematical skills- as well as an ability to perform accurate work and attention to detail.
- This position also requires team participation.
- Some travel can be expected
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- A Minimum of a High school diploma or general education diploma (GED)
- Licenses required: Fork Truck- Milk Receivers- Direct Microscopic Count & Charm Antibiotic detection
- Successful completion of 30/60/90 days review is required
Preferred Skills
- Must have strong communication skills
- Weekend and Holiday Work Will Be Required
About Us
The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Vaccination & Office Collaboration Expectations
Our highest priority is always the health, wellbeing, and safety of our Kraft Heinz family. We require our office-based, home-based, R&D, and sales team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a medical or religious accommodation.
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
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