Production Team Member start $21.86 and $2,500 Retention Bonus id-8097

May 7, 2025

Job Description

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking Production Team Members to work at our facility in Muscatine, IA. Ideal candidates must be safety and quality orientated and be willing 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must be available to work all shifts including second, third & weekends and holidays

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred

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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.

$21.86/hour

A shift differential for those who work second or third shift.

Work Schedule:

Work schedule varies. Must be able to work any shift needed, including overtime. Consistent Work Schedules Coming Soon!

1st shift - Mon - Fri, 6am - 2:15pm

2nd shift - Mon - Fri, 2pm - 10:15pm

3rd shift - Mon - Fri, 10pm - 6:15am

**Start times can slightly vary depending on department or position**

Plant & Community Overview:

Plant Overview:

Over 300 employees

1st, 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities

Union Plant, represented by UFCW 431

Original Construction1892

2nd Heinz Plant - First west ofMississippi.

Opening in 1893 as Heinz Pickling Works.

First Products: Sauerkraut, Horseradish,Pickles

1895 started TomatoProcessing

Current Products: Ketchups, L&P, Heinz Homestyle Gravy, Single Serve Ketchup, 57 Sauce, and BBQ Sauces

Community Overview:

Welcome to Muscatine, IA: Muscatine, IA - Official Website | Official Website

Job Overview:

Are you ready to work at HJ Heinz's longest operating facility and 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!

Responsibilities & Duties:

Must learn the safe and proper operation of equipment.

Perform set-up, start-up and changeover procedures for the equipment as needed.

Assist in troubleshooting issues with line performance as it relates to equipment operation.

Maintain downtime records during line operation.

Responsible for conducting and documenting quality checks.

Responsible for monitoring and communicating any process or product abnormalities to your Supervisor or Lead.

Perform sanitation duties on production equipment as needed.

Proper handling and usage of chemicals.

Must have the ability to follow written instructions and manuals.

Must handle Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

Support Plant Quality Systems.

Responsible to follow FSQ requirements such as GMP's and other daily/job specific duties to support QRMP.

Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader

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