Job Description

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking for a first shift forklift driver to work at our sauces, and pickles processing facility in Holland, MI. This position requires individuals to complete an eye exam onsite and written test to be considered for this role.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors as needed
• Candidates must be available to work weekends and some holidays
• Prior forklift experience is preferred

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Starting Pay Rate $26.49 an hour
• 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

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, including some weekends 6:00am-2:30pm

Plant & 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.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Responsible for unloading raw materials from trucks, supplying the kitchen department with materials and ingredients as required via lift truck, placing raw materials and finished goods in proper storage areas, and loading finished goods on trucks
• Operate a Forklift truck to unload cucumbers
• Operate Temco pump both inside and outside.
• Must follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
• Perform all required observations and training timely and as scheduled
• Support Plant Quality Systems
• Responsible to follow FSQ requirements such as GMP’s and other daily/job specific duties to support QRMP
• Work outdoors during any weather climate
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.