Manufacturing Team Member
Kraft Heinz
Mason City, IA Posted September 18, 2026
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Job Description
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking Manufacturing Team Members to work at our production facility in Mason City, IA. Ideal candidates must be safety and quality-orientated and be willing to work in a team-orientated, fast-paced work environment. This position requires individuals to perform general production duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old and have 1 year of manufacturing experience
- Candidates must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts alternating days and nights, including weekends
- Ability to work overtime as necessary
- Background in a manufacturing environment or technical background with electrical, mechanical, or automation experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits and Compensation Overview
- Medical, Dental, Vision – we offer a variety of benefit plans to choose from
- 401(k)
- (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account
- Also: Company paid Life Insurance, Company paid Short-term Disability, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, and Pet Insurance
- Starting range of $22.77/hr - $32.43/hr and eligibility for overtime compensation
- 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Schedule
· 12-hour rotating shifts on a 4-days-on, 4-days-off schedule, alternating days and nights (6:15 AM–6:30 PM / 6:15 PM–6:30 AM), including weekends and holidays.
Plant Overview
- Products: Refrigerated Ready-to-Eat Jell-O gels, puddings and cheesecake
- The plant runs 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. This continuous process is supported by four shift teams with over 150 employees.
- Non-union facility
Responsibilities & Duties
- Operate and maintain equipment in the area in a safe and efficient manner
- Read, follow, and update Job Task Analysis (JTAs) for work area
- Perform quality checks as required
- Ensure proper raw or packaging components are used based on product requirements
- Actively participate in the facility’s safety compliance program
- Troubleshoots and resolves breakdowns
- Sustains responsibility for preventative maintenance and sanitation in the work area
- Ensures efficient operation of equipment
- Communicate with co-workers effectively to ensure minimum interruptions in production
- Responsible for following FSQ requirements such as GMPs and other daily/job-specific duties to support QRMP 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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