Location: New Ulm, MN – Home of VELVEETA® Cheese, Velveeta Mini Block, Kraft Deli Deluxe, and more! Schedule: Afternoon 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
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
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
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:
- 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.
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