Line Technician - 2Nd/3Rd Shift

Kraft Heinz; Illinois; On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Champaign, IL is seeking Line Technicians to maintain and troubleshoot production-line equipment. You’ll perform preventive maintenance, calibrations, and adjustments to ensure product quality and safety.

On the 2nd and 3rd shifts, you will support a fast-paced manufacturing environment, train peers, and help with changeovers while upholding safety and attendance standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing environment or automotive technician background is a plus.
• Ability to operate power tools and electrical/instrument test equipment safely.
• Strong time-management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Able to follow directions and perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules including weekends.
• Proficient computer usage and reporting.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspection, lubrication, and adjustment.
• Operate equipment to optimize quality and productivity, adjust settings, and complete changeovers.
• Complete preventative maintenance by developing, updating, and executing procedures.
• Oversee equipment overhaul, modifications and installations.
• Train production line associates on procedures and safety.
• Ensure produced products meet quality specifications.
• Wear PPE and comply with safety training and policies; report unsafe conditions.
• Promote safe work practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety compliance

Tool operation

Time management

Safety instructions

Follow directions

Flexible scheduling

Computer literacy

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Stand for long periods

Attendance reliability

Communication skills

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Measuring instruments

Job description

Compensation Overview:

The starting hourly wage for this role is $35.22Shift Premium of $.75/hr on 2nd shift & $1.00/hr on 3rd shift.Hourly Bonus Program

Work Schedule:

• Flexible scheduling, 8-hour workday, 5-6 days a week, with possible overtime.
• 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm)
• 3rd Shift (11pm-7am)
• Employees must have weekend availability.
• Employees may work weekends and holidays.

Job Overview:

Line Technicians, as part of the maintenance team, will perform equipment maintenance, inspection, modifications, and troubleshooting duties on a production line following strict product safety and quality standards. Interested individuals must be able to work in a fast-paced, complex environment.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Execution of basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspection, lubricating, and adjusting.
• Operation of equipment to optimize quality and productivity, make adjustments, and complete changeovers.
• Completing preventative maintenance by developing, updating, and executing the process.
• Equipment overhaul, modifications and installations.
• Training of production line associates.
• Ensure all products being produced meet quality specifications.
• Responsible for wearing proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) , compliance of safety training, policy and procedures and report any unsafe safety conditions to a Supervisor/ Management
• Exhibits safe work habits and encourages other to work safely
• Focus on continuous improvement through innovation.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Able to safely and effectively operate power tools, hands tools, and electrical/instrument test equipment.
• Previous experience in manufacturing environment and/or as an automotive technician a plus.
• Appropriate time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Able to follow directions and ability to perform tasks safely from start to finish with minimal supervision
• Exercises good judgment and decision-making skills, bringing up to the supervisor any issues outside of his/her scope of responsibility and control.
• Able to work flexible schedules when needed.
• Able to use a computer.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to safely work at heights.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record / adherence to attendance policy.
• Able to understand & follow instructions, excellent oral & written communication skills.

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 savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coveragefor 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 aphysical, 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].