Job Description

Join Kraft Heinz – Filler Operator

Location: New Ulm, MN – Home of VELVEETA® Cheese, Velveeta Mini Block, Kraft Deli Deluxe, and more!
Schedule: Midnight Shift | Monday–Friday (Overtime as needed)

Why Kraft Heinz?

When you join Kraft Heinz, you join a team that delivers quality, innovation, and iconic brands that households trust. We are proud to offer competitive pay, robust benefits, and incredible opportunities for growth and ownership.

What We Offer

• Starting Pay: $30.24/hour
• Benefits: Begin 30 days after hire
• Hourly Bonus Program: Ask us about it!
• Medical Options: HRA, HSA, FSA with 5 carrier choices + Prescription Rx card
• Additional Coverage: Vision, dental, life, disability, adoption/family planning reimbursement, childcare, parental leave
• Well-being Perks: LiveWell lifestyle and rewards program (e.g., $50 fitness tracker subsidy)
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) matching + extra 3% company contribution
• Employee Perks: FREE product & swag
• Growth Opportunities: Access to award-winning Ownerversity learning library
• Inclusive Culture: Join our Business Resource Groups (BRGs)
• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Your Role: Filler Operator

The Filler Operator plays a vital role in ensuring the consistent quality and packaging of Kraft Heinz products. You will operate filling machines and related equipment such as pouch sealers and formers, monitor product quality, and maintain line efficiency.

This position requires:

• Basic math and statistical interpretation
• Computer literacy
• Attention to detail and judgment in evaluating product quality
• Ability to work independently with verbal/written instructions

Key Responsibilities

Production

• Record line downtime categorized by cause and machine
• Troubleshoot minor malfunctions, clear jams (following LOTO), and remove defective packages
• Adjust line speed to optimize performance
• Use Quality Suite software for weight control; follow run rules
• Complete OEE data entry and end-of-line grading
• Change foil rolls, track lots, and assist across the room as needed

Sanitation

• Assist with equipment and pipe cleaning during changeovers
• Perform full sanitation and maintain clean work area
• Complete routine cleaning based on required schedules

Quality & Compliance

• Conduct regular quality checks (seal integrity, package quality, weight control)
• Pull and label lab samples accurately
• Monitor product temperatures and maintain records
• Follow GMPs and QRMP Quality Systems

Safety

• Follow all safety rules and procedures
• Use caution around moving equipment
• Adhere to LO/TO protocols; perform BOS scans as scheduled
• Comply with Kraft Heinz performance guidelines

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Environment: Very noisy; minimal hazards
• Lifting: Up to 10 lbs. frequently and up to 75 lbs. infrequently
• Training: Full competence expected after 2 weeks of training

Ready to Own Your Future with Kraft Heinz?

Bring your skills, commitment, and energy to a team that values your contribution and invests in your success.

➡ Apply Now and start your journey with Kraft Heinz!

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment where all team members thrive.

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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)

New Ulm Plant

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].