Maintenance Technician

The Kraft Heinz Company; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan

Short Term Disability

3 weeks paid vacation

Job summary

The Kraft Heinz Company is seeking a Maintenance Technician for the Mason City, IA production facility. Ideal candidates are safety- and quality-focused, able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, and perform general production duties in a food manufacturing setting that adheres to strict quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes effective communication, independent problem-solving of repairs, and participation in SAP-based maintenance tasks, with opportunities to lead

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts including days and nights, weekends.
• Overtime availability.
• Background in manufacturing with electrical, mechanical or automation experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong electrical, mechanical and/or automation skills.
• Previous operation and maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with co-workers to minimize production interruptions.
• Independently troubleshoot repairs and breakdowns in packaging areas.
• Help operators develop maintenance skills as appropriate.
• Perform planned work repairs, preventive and predictive activities with quality.
• Provide feedback to improve equipment database and SAP task quality.
• Lead major equipment rebuilds as assigned, with team support.
• Complete planned and scheduled rebuilds and repairs.
• Install new equipment and support capital projects as assigned.
• Use SAP to locate parts and enter data accurately.
• Identify repetitive equipment failures and contribute to solutions.
• Act as a subject matter expert in resolving issues.

Skills

Electrical skills

Mechanical skills

Automation experience

Communication skills

Team orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Location

Mason City Iowa

Benefits & Compensation Overview

• Competitive Health, Vision, and Dental benefits
• Company match 401(k) Plan
• Company-paid Short Term Disability benefits.
• 3 weeks of paid vacation (120 hours)

Pay

The hourly wage range for this role is $27.48 - $36.59

Work Schedule

• 4 on – 4 off
• 12 hour shift rotating days and nights
• 6:00am – 6:00pm / 6:00pm – 6:00am

Job Overview

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to work at our production facility in Mason City, IA. Ideal candidates must be safety and quality orientated and be willing 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.

Job Description:

• Communicate effectively with co-workers to ensure minimal interruptions in production
• Independently problem solve repairs and breakdowns in the packaging areas
• Help operators develop their maintenance skills when appropriate
• Perform assigned planned work repairs, preventive and predictive activities in a quality manner
• Provide feedback about assigned tasks that will improve the equipment database and the quality of the tasks in SAP
• Lead major equipment rebuilds as assigned, utilizing the skills of others assigned to assist
• Complete planned and scheduled work for rebuilds and repairs
• Install new equipment and support capital projects as assigned
• Get/kit parts from Stores as needed. Utilize SAP to identify and locate parts for assigned tasks
• Enter data in SAP accurately and completely
• Participate in identifying repetitive equipment failures
• Participate in resolution of issues as a subject matter expert

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Candidates must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts alternating days and nights,
• including weekends
• Ability to work overtime as necessary
• Background in a manufacturing environment or technical background with electrical,
• mechanical or automation experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong electrical, mechanical and/or automation skills
• Previous experience with operation and maintenance

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Ability to use hands/arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to work in all areas of the facility including hot and cold areas and be exposed to wet and humid conditions.
• Must be able to lift and or move up to 50 lbs. or more.
• Must have excellent vision, distant and peripheral, with the ability to identify and distinguish colors, and adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high, and ear protection is required.
• May work near moving mechanical parts, high and/or confining places.

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 commitment 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 cultivating 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.

Consideration will be given to individual qualifications and seniority in making final selection among applicants for this job. Applicants must be willing to work any shift, weekends and holidays, maintain work area in an orderly and sanitary condition, perform any and all duties assigned, and perform all duties in compliance with Federal, State and local codes and laws, plant rules and practices of safety, conduct, sanitation, good housekeeping and quality.

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]

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)

Mason City 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].