Electrician - 2nd Shift

Kraft Heinz, Inc.; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz, Inc. in Champaign, IL seeks a hands-on Electrician for the 2nd shift to join the maintenance team. You will perform electrical maintenance, troubleshoot PLC/HMI systems, and support upgrades in a fast-paced food manufacturing plant.

Flexibility for overtime and weekend work is required to keep production—high standards and safety practices apply. The role emphasizes working with motors, drives, sensors, panels, and PLC/HMI-controlled equipment, ensuring downtime is minimized and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in industrial electrician trade.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to multitask.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and move around the plant.
• Able to work overtime when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on electrical systems including motors, generators, switches, lights, etc.
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and VFDs.
• Monitor and adjust voltage levels as needed.
• Troubleshoot and fix electrical issues promptly.
• Assist other departments by providing technical assistance to solve complex problems.
• Work closely with others to complete daily tasks.
• Ensure safe working conditions by complying with safety regulations and wearing proper protective gear.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed.

Skills

Industrial electrician experience

Read blueprints and schematics

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Communication skills

Lift up to 50 pounds

Overtime availability

Job description

# Applications through Workday are no longer accepted. Please Apply through Eightfold.## Electrician - 2nd ShiftApply: Champaign, IL: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-108341## Job Description**Compensation Overview:** The starting hourly wage for this role is $37.26 Shift Premium of $.75/hr on 2nd shiftHourly Bonus Program **Work Schedule:** · Flexible scheduling, 8-hour workday, 5-6 days a week, with possible overtime. · 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm) · Employees must have weekend availability. · Employees may work weekends and holidays. **Job Overview:** Electronics Technicians, as part of the maintenance team, will perform electrical maintenance including troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical and control systems. This role responds to downtime events, performs preventive maintenance, and completes installations and upgrades involving motors, drives, sensors, panels, and PLC/HMI-controlled equipment. This position will be working in a food manufacturing environment, following strict product safety and quality standards. Interested individuals must be able to work in a fast paced, complex environment. **Responsibilities:** · Perform maintenance and repairs on all electrical systems including motors, generators, switches, lights, etc. · Maintain and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems and VFDs · Monitor and adjust voltage levels as needed. · Troubleshoot and fix electrical issues promptly. · Assist other departments by providing technical assistance to solve complex problems. · Work closely with others to complete daily tasks. · Ensure safe working conditions by complying with safety regulations and wearing proper protective gear. · Maintain accurate records of work performed. · Use hand tools and power tools safely. **Qualifications:** · Minimum of 1 year experience in industrial electrician trade. · Knowledgeable in troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems. · Ability to read blueprints and schematics. · Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to multitask. · Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. · Good written and verbal communication skills. · Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and move around the plant. · Able to work overtime when necessary. **Plant & Community Overview:** Plant Overview: 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 1000 employees, 3 8-hour shifts, 3 core departments · Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings, and A-1 steak sauce. Community Overview: Welcome to our Champaign, IL community! **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)**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** [e-mail]**.**