Kraft Heinz

Machine Operator (Starting Rate: $23.78/hr)

Dover, DE Full time

Job Description

Machine Operator at a glance....

The Machine Operator will support our packaging operations by operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining packaging equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and quality at our Dover, DE manufacturing plant.

Benefits & Compensation Overview

  • Competitive hourly pay- starting at $23.78 per hour
  • Paid Vacation
  • Access to holistic wellness benefits*, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) matching
  • Business Resource Groups (BRGs) to foster diversity, inclusion, and belonging
  • Industry-leading total rewards package with discretionary bonus opportunities
  • Benefits begin 90 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees

Work Schedule

  • Monday – Friday; hours may vary depending on shift
  • Overtime and weekend work may be required as needed

What’s on the Menu?

  • Operate, start up, change over, and shut down packaging machinery and related equipment
  • Perform quality checks (fill, seal, print alignment, weight) and record sample results
  • Supply and replace packaging materials; replace parts such as Teflon liners and suction cups
  • Troubleshoot and adjust equipment settings to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Maintain a clean and orderly work area and comply with all safety and sanitation standards
  • Participate in QCD meetings and support preventative maintenance programs
  • Train additional personnel and perform other duties as assigned

Recipe for Success – Apply Now if This Sounds Like You!

  • Previous experience in industrial operations or packaging preferred
  • Ability to read and perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude
  • Forklift certification or ability to become certified
  • Basic computer literacy and strong communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail

What About Dessert?

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies.

Get a peek into life here at Kraft Heinz through our Instagram and TikTok channels! 

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 redefine 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. 

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 phenomenal people who bring ambition, curiosity, and dedication 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.

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)

Dover 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.