2nd and 3rd Shift Machine Operator

All Posting Locations: Kendallville, IN, US

Job Functions: Manufacturing

Date Published: December 30, 2025

Ref#: R-98992

ABOUT THE ROLE

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

Plant Overview:

• 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.

Community Overview:

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

Responsibilities & Duties:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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.

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• 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 with (HRA) Health Reimbursement