2nd & 3rd Shift Forklift Operator

Position Title

2nd & 3rd Shift Forklift Operator at Kraft Heinz

• The starting hourly wage is $22.01 per hour.
• Shift premium: $0.75 per hour for 2nd shift, $1.00 per hour for 3rd shift.
• Hourly bonus program.

2nd Shift: 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm / 3rd Shift: 11:00 pm – 7:30 am

Flexible scheduling, 8‑hour workday with possible overtime.

Employees may work weekends and holidays. Only 2nd and 3rd shift positions available.

The Champaign, IL plant is the flagship plant in the Kraft Heinz organization and the largest volume‑producing plant in North America.

• Established in 1963
• Home to over 1,000 employees, 3 8‑hour shifts, 3 core departments
• Products:
  Kraft macaroni & cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings, ketchup, Primal Kitchen, and A‑1 steak sauce.

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are among over 50 household brands in the U.S.? This is a place for you to create your career and make a difference! Joining the Champaign team is a great way to grow your skills, develop your abilities and delight consumers every day. We are currently seeking energetic and driven individuals to join our team.

• Documentation of pertinent information where required.
• Keeping area clean and orderly.
• Sanitation, as required, in processing and packaging areas.
• Comply with all company policies and general safety rules while performing duties.
• Know, understand, and comply with Kraft Heinz Environmental Policy.
• Responsible for wearing proper PPE, complying with all safety training, policies and procedures, and reporting any unsafe safety conditions to a Supervisor/Management.
• Participate and collaborate in meetings.
• Training others and filling in for other positions as assigned.
• Participate in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.
• Oversee and lead the implementation of the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list.
• Perform other duties incidental to job as assigned by supervisor.

• HS diploma preferred.
• Prefer experience in production/manufacturing – will train the right candidates.
• Safe work habits.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record / adherence to attendance policy.
• Promotes teamwork.
• Attention to detail to avoid and/or identify errors.
• Good organizational skills.
• Able to operate a forklift – Kraft Heinz will train.
• Able to perform tasks from start to finish with minimal supervision.
• Able to work flexible schedule when needed.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to safely work at heights.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to understand & follow instructions.
• Able to operate a computer.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.

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 – 401(k), Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Champaign 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

Entry level

Full‑time

Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing