2nd and 3rd Shift Machine Operator

Job Description Machine Operator – Kendallville Plant

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are a staple in households across the country? Kraft Heinz Kendallville is excited to help you start your career today!

• Non-union plant employing 280 employees across 3 shifts.
• Purchased in 1934 from Breyer’s Ice Cream and began producing caramel in 1935.
• Began producing Marshmallows and Marshmallow Crème in 1961 and Marbits (think dehydrated marshmallows found in cereal) in 1979.
• Kendallville is the sole producer of all our product lines.

• Kendallville is located about 30 minutes north of Fort Wayne and offers a small‑town community.

• Perform set‑up, start‑up and changeover procedures for the equipment as needed.
• Assist in troubleshooting issues with line performance as it relates to equipment operation.
• Accurately maintain downtime records during line operation.
• Perform sanitation duties for production and periodic sanitation work as assigned.
• Responsible for conducting and accurately documenting quality checks.
• Responsible for monitoring and communicating any process or product abnormalities to your Supervisor, Team Leader, or Line Technician.
• Responsible for communicating with previous and next shift regarding any concerns or watch outs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader.

• Self‑motivated and strong drive for results.
• Use simple mathematics.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Able to work in areas that contain dust and starch particles.
• Able to work in hot and humid conditions.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing and/or food processing, quality standards, hygiene, work safety, etc. preferred.

• Starting Pay: $20.55–$27.00 per hour
• Annual Bonus Program
• 12 Paid Holidays per Year
• Paid vacation – up to 2 weeks in your first year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (including HRA or HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Additional perks:
  Paid Parental Leave, discounted YMCA membership, product purchase program, employee assistance program

• 2nd (M‑F, 2:30 pm‑10:30 pm) shift or 3rd (S‑Th, 10:30 pm‑6:30 am) shift
• Daily/weekly overtime possible

Kraft Heinz Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require an accommodation to participate in the job application process, please contact