Kraft Heinz - Winchester
Pouch Room Operator Job Description
Department: Pouch Room
Position Type: Hourly Hourly Wage: $27.38
Function: Operations
The statements included in this Position Description reflect in general the duties and responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all inclusive. The focus should be on the position and not the current incumbent.
SUMMARY: Operate multiple pouch machines safely and efficiently while performing quality control audits of SFG pouches.
1. Starts up operates and shuts down pouch forming cooling sealing straw strip placement coding and conveying systems of the pouch machine.
2. Makes packaging roll changes as needed.
3. Optimizes equipment uptime; monitors mechanical operation of equipment and unjams machines.
4. Helps troubleshoot mechanical problems and notifies technician of issues.
5. Supervises quality issues performs and records checks on pouch visual points of quality.
6. Performs and records checks on seal alignment.
7. Ensure adequate quantities of accurate rotated foil stock (FIFO) are available and tested. Complete all required audits.
8. Document pouches material losses downtime and production totals; palletize finished boxes of pouches.
9. Maintains good housekeeping. Ensure Area of Responsibility is clean and orderly.
10. Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures.
11. Ensures completion of all DMS forms (ie. CIL CLM 5S Defect handling Shift hand-offs Oscar boards etc.)
12. Maintains room as a tour ready status.
13. Performs all other duties as assigned.
This position also has accountability for QRMP standards as outlined in the Winchester Kraft Heinz QRMP accountability document.
Proficiencies/ABILITIES: These are key observable/measurable skills knowledge and behaviors required that contribute to successful performance in the position. (e.g. commit to results customer focus etc.).
14. Safety Awareness Being aware of conditions that affect employee safety.
15. Quality Orientation Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time.
16. Adaptability Maintaining efficiency when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures processes requirements or cultures.
17. Teamwork/Collaboration Working effectively with team/work group or those outside the formal line of authority (e.g. peers senior managers) to accomplish organizational goals; taking actions that respect the needs and contributions of others; contributing to and accepting the consensus; subordinating own objectives to the objectives of the organization or team.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the capabilities above a good candidate will possess strong organizational skills ability to multitask a basic understanding of mechanic parts and how they work.
Physical Considerations:
1. Requires frequent walking and extended periods of standing
2. Ability to lift up to 65 lbs.
3. Ability to climb
4. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required (steel-toed shoes hair and beard nets bump caps gloves eye protection aprons etc.)
5. Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment
6. Environmental Considerations:
7. Non-temperature-controlled environment
8. Work-Life Balance Considerations:
9. May be requested work occasional overtime (including weekends)
10. Schedules are subject to change based on business needs
Other Considerations:
1. Must be comfortable working on a tablet/computer
2. Good communication skills (verbal and written)
3. Must be able to work as both an individual contributor as well as work well as a team member
4. Must be able to adapt to a changing environment/schedule
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 familys 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.
Youll 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 Flexible Work Arrangements Recognition Training
Emotional Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Programs Family Support Programs
Financial 401k Life Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
Document: HRJD016
Revised: 2/19/2025
Supersedes: 4/16/2024
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