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Utility ; Dock, VRT, Robot 3rd Shift

Job in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, 52404, USA
Listing for: Kraft Heinz
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Production
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 27.14 USD Hourly USD 27.14 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Utility 3 (Dock, VRT, Robot) 3rd Shift

Plant Overview

3-Shift Operation. Non-Union Facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members (temporary and full-time associates). 100% Food Service with 4 bag soup lines, 1 tub line, 18 kettles, 5 filling lines, and 4 packaging lines. Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese.

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled operator who can work flexibly across multiple positions. Candidates should have solid knowledge of on-packs, chill tanks, VRT, Robot, prepack equipment, safety/quality regulations, and production procedures. Ability to lead a department in the lead’s absence.

Responsibilities & Duties Dock
  • Operate forklift.
  • Issue and return raw materials in SAP daily.
  • Transport goods to and from lines and areas.
  • Load and unload product.
  • Maintain required inventory records.
Robot
  • Operate robotic arm systems for material handling, sortation, palletization, and distribution.
  • Monitor and control robotic arm movements for accuracy, efficiency, and safety.
  • Perform daily inspections on the robotic arm system.
  • Communicate with Maintenance for support and advanced maintenance.
  • Conduct quality checks and inspections to meet production standards.
  • Maintain accurate records of robot programs, setup configurations, and maintenance activities.
  • Ensure products do not remain in the palletizing area beyond guidelines during downtime.
VRT
  • Operate VRT machine accurately.
  • Identify products and enter data into the VRT computer system.
  • Unload product from VRT timely to maintain product quality and efficiency.
  • Ensure operating integrity of conveyors before shift start.
  • Maintain VRT cleanliness and operating integrity, maximizing efficiency.
  • Understand CIL, CL, 5S, basic problem solving, and DDS system execution.
  • Participate in root cause problem solving for key chronic losses.
  • Eliminate unsafe conditions and report them immediately.
  • Comply with GMPs, Safety Guidelines, and SOPs.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Work safely in a food production environment.
  • Ensure quality products are packaged.
  • Follow all food safety policies and safety procedures; implement Q-RMP standards.
  • Commit to safety protocols; safety is everyone’s responsibility.
  • Willingness to perform at the highest level of competence, cooperate as a team, share information, trust, respect others, and be accountable for actions.
Benefits & Compensation Overview
  • Medical, Dental, Vision.
  • Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
  • Pay Rate: $27.14.
  • Generous paid time off starting at hire.
  • Field Operations Incentive Plan – Bonus Plan (Non-Union FOIP).

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

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