Job Description

Location

Newberry, SC

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

Medical, Dental, & Vision
(HSA) Health Savings Account
Newberry Employee Store
Hourly pay starting at $30.10 per hour!
A $2.00 shift differential for second shift or $1.50 shift differential for third shift.
Non-Union (Bonus/FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plant.

Work Schedule:

Second Shift: Monday – Friday 2:30pm until 11:00pm and overtime as required.

Third Shift: Monday – Friday 10:30pm until 7:00am and overtime as required.

Plant & Community Overview:

Org Structure: Jumbo
Over 800 Employees (1st, 2nd and 3rd shift)
Plant built in 1966 and purchased by Kraft/Oscar Mayer in 1972
Facility:
75 Acres – Total Site
680,000 Square Feet
Newberry Product Mix:
https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com
Community Overview:

Welcome to Newberry South Carolina

https://www.cityofnewberry.com

Job Overview:

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to work at our food processing facility in Newberry, SC! Successful candidates must be willing to supply improvements, suggestions, and ideas to help continue the success of our facility. Ideal individuals must be safety and quality orientated along with demonstrate adaptability and willingness 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. Responsible for troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of packaging and processing equipment, building and supporting facilities. Involvement in the planning and execution of installation, alteration, and modification of existing and new equipment.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Respond to plant calls relating to processing deficiencies. Perform analysis of equipment operation and production methods to resolve problems. Develop and implement solutions to return the process to proper operating condition.
Develop and implement solutions to reduce and eliminate reoccurring problems in a detailed manner.
Operates processing equipment to effectively troubleshoot equipment deficiencies.
Investigates, plans, and performs maintenance work requests in a timely and cost-effective manner. Scope of work includes repair, alteration, and design of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, chemical, and biological systems.
Consult with plant personnel regarding the required or suggested equipment and facility repair and alteration.
Prepare mechanical work requests to repair equipment, building and support facilities.
Prepare purchase requisitions to procure needed materials for the completion of work requests.
Consult with vendors to procure mechanical supplies, troubleshoot equipment problems, and improve plant processes.
Prepare material disbursement requisitions and timecards to accurately document costs for the completion of mechanical work request.
Plan and completes preventative maintenance work requests. Update existing and write new preventative maintenance routines to effectively improve equipment reliability.
Perform daily pre-operational and post-operational checklists on processing and support equipment.
Actively participates in maintenance QCDSM process and project teams.

Physical Requirements:

Mechanics will spend most of the shift (8-12 hours) on their feet. They must service equipment in the plant, on the grounds, and in support buildings. This covers an area of over 50 acres. This necessitates an excellent deal of walking on wet/slippery floors and working on concrete/asphalt surfaces. Mechanics are encouraged to wear tool pouches on their waist while working (approximately 15 pounds).

Mechanics must climb on, over, under or through equipment, catwalks, railings, utility runs, small access doors, etc. Mechanics work in tight spaces under or between equipment, in crawl spaces above the ceiling and inside “confined spaces”. While in these areas, they must lift, lower or support equipment, as well as exert significant force on hand tools.

Work may be performed in dusty and smoky environments (such as grinding or welding galvanized metal) will require the use of mask or respirator. Temperatures will range from -30º F to 100º F. Humidity levels will reach 100% during sanitation.

Special Job Knowledge:

Performance of job requires good verbal and written communication skills; algebraic and geometric math skills and a detailed understanding of mechanical procedures as related to maintenance applications including but not limited to:

Welding and Mechanical Power Transmission.
Electrical Power Distribution and Control Systems.
Basic Electronic Principles; Hydraulic, Pneumatic Controls and Power Distribution

The individual must exemplify the ability to work with minimal supervision.

High School Diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
If you do not meet the preferred requirement, then 1-2 years of continuous work experience is required.

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility, and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

#INDMFGH

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: 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 – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Newberry 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.