QA Technician
Cedar Rapids, IA 
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Job Description
Job Description

Plant Overview:

  • 3-Shift Operation

  • Non- Union Facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members which are a mix of temporary and full-time associates.

  • 100% Food Service, 4 bag soup lines, 1 tub line, 18 Kettles, 5 Filling lines, and 4 packaging lines.

  • Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese

Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with their mother, using family held recipes for many kinds of soups. In the 1990s' the name was changed to Quality Chef Foods. Heinz acquired Quality Chef foods in the mid 2000's. In 2015 Kraft and Heinz merged to become Kraft Heinz as we know it today.

Community Overview:

The Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area is known as the cultural corridor. There is always something to do, a site to visit or a show to see! Also, from Cedar Rapids there is an easy commute, great school communities, low crime rates and bike friendly. Cost of living ratio great. Cedar Rapids is a vibrant city, encompassing unique attractions, exciting events, specialty shopping, a dynamic art scene, and a large variety of restaurant and nightlife options. You'll find that Cedar Rapids offers one of the best places to live, work and play in the Midwest.

More information on Cedar Rapids, IA can be found at: http://www.cedar-rapids.org/

Job Overview:

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are amongst over 50 household brands in the U.S.? This is a place for you to create your career and make a difference! Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids is looking for candidates that want to make great soups!

Perform micro on finished and raw goods. As well as perform environmental testing on food contact points. Pathogen testing on finished product as well as food contact points. Amylase testing on raw produce when needed.

Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Microbiological analysis of product

  • Starch analysis

  • Amylase analysis

  • Environmental monitoring

  • Allergen analysis

  • Equipment swabs

  • Water testing

  • Data Entry

  • Ingredient inspection

  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Manufacturing and science background is helpful.

  • The position requires approximately three months learning all functions of the department.

  • Responsible for following all Food Safety Policies and Safety Procedures.

  • Communicate clearly in person, by phone and in writing and Handle stressful situations.

  • Analyze, research, and resolve problems, with good follow-up skills.

  • Responsible for Q-RMP standards implementation as defined by the accountability list document.

  • Employees will follow all safety protocols and perform their job responsibilities in a safe manner. Safety is everyone's responsibility.

  • Successful candidates must have the willingness to:

Always perform to the highest level of competence. Cooperate as a team. Be open, especially with information and knowledge. Trust and be trustworthy. Respect others - customers, suppliers, colleagues - and yourself. Be accountable for one's actions.

Work Schedule:

3rd Shift - 10:30pm - 7:00am

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

  • Medical.

  • Dental.

  • Vision.

  • Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc.

  • (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.

  • Pay Rate: $22.51

  • Start earning PTO at hire, generous

  • Non-Union (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plan- BONUS PLAN

Location(s)Quality Chef - Cedar Rapids

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 NATAI@kraftheinz.com.


It is the continuing policy of The Kraft Heinz Company to afford full equal employment opportunity to qualified employees and applicants, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental handicaps, military or veteran status, sexual preference, or any other protected condition or characteristic in conformity with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.
Final candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without Company sponsorship. Exceptions requesting work visa sponsorship will be reviewed on a case to case basis.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
Open
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