What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Driver - 3rd shift position at Kraft Heinz Company?
General information
All posting locations: Fremont, Ohio, United States of America
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 06-Jun-2023
Ref #: R-70780
Description & Requirements
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a 3rd shift Forklift Driver to work at our sauces processing facility in Fremont- OH. 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. Starting Pay Rate $23.93 per hour.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Pick up unit loads of ingredients- finished goods- wastes- etc. and transport and stack time.
- Perform stacking and unstacking operations.
- Load and unload trucks and rail cars.
- Maintain gas- oil and water supply to assure proper operation of lift trucks.
- Perform necessary manual labor in the performance of the job. (i.e. lift pallets and cases of finished goods- stretch wrap pallets- move drums of materials and wastes.
- Maintain quality standards and keep records as required to assure smooth operation of the warehouse and shipping functions.
- Maintain area in a clean and safe condition following Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Follow all departmental safety rules and conform to all Job Safety Analysis.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Candidates must be available to work all shifts including second- third & weekends and holidays
- 5 years’ forklift driver experience
- Ability to learn and demonstrate the use of SAP
- Prior manufacturing experience is preferred
- Prior Forklift Driver experience required
- Forklift certification preferred
Location
Fremont Factory
Benefits & Compensation Overview:
We offer a competitive benefit and compensation package that includes:
- Medical/Rx
- Dental
- Vision
- Additional incentives: Pet Insurance- (EAP) Employee Assistance Program- Company paid Life Insurance- Company paid Short-term disability
- (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.
Plant & Community Overview:
Plant Overview:
- Over 300 employees
- 1st- 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities
- Union Facility represented by UFCW Local 75
- Manufacture over 1 billion pounds of Ketchup annually
- World’s Largest Ketchup Factory
- Products: Ketchup- Chili Sauce- Cocktail Sauce
Community Overview:
Welcome to Fremont: https://www.fremontohio.org/
About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why Us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
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 HRcompliance@kraftheinz.com.
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