Maintenance Project Technician - 5PM to 1AM

Kraft Heinz; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k plan

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Kraft Heinz's Beaver Dam Plant is seeking a Project Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain production equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations. The role involves reading blueprints, performing preventive maintenance, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The position requires hands-on skills, precision measurement, and the ability to work with SAP, CMMS, and shop tools. Weekend hours and extended shifts may be required to support production needs.

Qualifications

• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Troubleshooting of operating errors and corrective actions.
• Ability to read blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
• Ability to manage time and coordinate tasks in a maintenance environment.
• Proficiency with CMMS, SAP, and office software.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses mechanical problems and corrects them using blueprints or manuals.
• Dismantles machines to access defective parts using hand and power tools.
• Assembles or repairs pipe systems, machinery, or equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance and preventive actions.
• Reads equipment manuals, blueprints, sketches, and work orders.
• Works with Predictive Technology Equipment to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Uses shop equipment (lathe, mill, drill press, torch, saws, grinders, welders).
• Operates cutting torches or welding equipment to join metal parts.
• Works as a team member to complete assignments.
• Maintains tight measurement tolerances (.000x).
• Follows site safety standards (LOTO, PPE).
• Documents time spent in SAP.
• Coordinates projects (plans, bids, setup and installation).
• Resolves problems independently and in groups.
• Manages spare parts with storeroom.
• Follows FSQ requirements such as GMPs to support QRMP.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Team Leader.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Time management

Reading comprehension

Tools

CMMS

SAP

MS Outlook

MS Office

Job description

Project Technician

Schedule: 5PM to 1AM, weekends can be required

Starting Wage: $34.00/hr PLUS $2/hr Shift Premium

Repairs and maintains all types of production equipment, including new equipment, while maintaining a quality production environment. Generates and implements ideas for plant improvements and modification of existing equipment. Fabricates complex parts for existing and new machines by following blueprints and sketches. Work with other departments in major equipment upgrades and modifications. Trains other employees on the theory and operation of plant equipment.

Hourly manufacturing position

Primary Role And Responsibilities

• Diagnoses mechanical problems and determines how to accurately correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
• Dismantles machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, or power tools.
• Assembles, installs, or repairs pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment
• Performs routine maintenance, such as inspecting pumps, belts, checking fluid levels, or doing other preventive maintenance actions.
• Reads and follows equipment manuals, blueprints, sketches, layouts, and Maintenance Work Order Requests
• Works with Predictive Technology Equipment (Thermography, Ultrasound, and Vibration) to troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Uses shop equipment to perform repairs (Lathe, Mill, Drill press, Torch, Saws, Grinders, and Welders)
• Operates cutting torches or welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Works as a team member while completing all assignments efficiently
• Works with tight measurement tolerances (.000x)
• Follows all site safety standards (LOTO, PPE)
• Documents time spent in plant on the Maintenance Work Order in SAP
• Coordinates projects (plans, bids, set-up and installation)
• Resolves problems independently and in groups
• Works with the storeroom to manage spare parts and inventory
• Responsible to follow FSQ requirements such as GMPs and other daily/job specific duties to support QRMP
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Team Leader

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, including detailed knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics

Repairing — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Facilities management software — Computerized maintenance management system CMMS

Electronic mail software — Microsoft Outlook

Office suite software — Microsoft Office

English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Ability to work with a variety of precision measurement instruments (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, rulers, etc.)

Able to use various mechanical hand and power tools

Able to work with little or no direct supervision at times

Capable of completing all vital training on and off site.

Ability to coordinate or lead others

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.

Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer)

Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.

Regularly requires face-to-face discussions

Requires the ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls

Requires the ability to wear common protective or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, or hard hats!

Requires frequent standing and walking

Requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally

Work is performed around industrial equipment

Work is performed indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures

Requires the ability to work at heights

Able to work in tight or confined spaces

Must be available to work a flexible schedule with extended hours as necessary to cover business needs including the ability to work weekends and holidays as needed.

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.

Benefits

• 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)

Beaver Dam 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].