Job Description
Job Purpose
The Chill Tank Operator documents temperatures of soup exiting the chiller, as well as checks for bag integrity and print quality. Collaborate with the lead and supervisor regarding totes that have been staged. Must ensure factory HACCP plan is followed; all soup must be below 80 degrees F as it leaves the chiller.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Operate power equipment.
- Document bag temperatures.
- Stage totes in First-In First-Out order.
- Basic understanding of HMI operation.
- Coordinate with Onpack operators / Prepack lead.
- Identify any quality concerns, illegibly printed bags or seal integrity issues.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Responsible for following all Food Safety Policies and Safety Procedures.
- Proficiency in using digital tools and technologies (IQS).
- Operate Pallet Jack safely and efficiently.
- Responsible for Q-RMP standards implementation as defined by the accountability list document.
- Employees will follow all safety protocols and perform their job responsibilities in a safe manner. Safety is everyone's responsibility. Understanding of HACCP and HMI interface.
- Identify and resolve issues related to the chiller.
- Lead all aspects of Chill Tank operation through HMI manipulation to ensure all products meet HACCP requirements for Temperature.
- Operate printer, Wexxar, Iconotech printer.
- Understand all pack configurations.
- Separate batches in totes.
- Additional tasks as assigned.
- Strong interpersonal skills when working closely with a team.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Must be willing to make safety a priority.
- Must ensure quality products are being packaged.
- Must have a 'safety first' mentality.
- Successful candidates must possess the following skills and abilities:
Always perform to the highest level of competence. Collaborate as a team. Be open, especially with information and knowledge. Be dependable and honest. Respect others - customers, suppliers, colleagues - and yourself. Be accountable for one's actions.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills when working closely with a team.
- Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
- Must be willing to make safety a priority.
- Must ensure quality products are being packaged.
- Must have a 'safety first' mentality.
- Successful candidates must possess the following skills and abilities:
Always perform to the highest level of competence. Collaborate as a team. Be open, especially with information and knowledge. Be dependable and honest. Respect others - customers, suppliers, colleagues - and yourself. Be accountable for one's actions.
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is considered a Manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment Additionally, this role requires full-time onsite work schedule.
Location Instructions:
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
This job description is not designed to cover or contain all duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Duties or responsibilities may change or be added with or without notice.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Location(s)
Quality Chef - Cedar Rapids
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 [email protected] .
