Pilot Plant Operator for Food Trials

The Kraft Heinz Company; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kraft Heinz Company in Glenview, IL, is seeking a Technician to execute trial plans in pilot plant settings, control process flow, and perform manual work in packaging or processing areas. You will support day-to-day trials across one to two pilot plants and multiple lines with similar equipment, spanning several business platforms.

You will ensure food safety, product quality, and reliable operations, reporting any issues affecting safety or trial execution.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3-7 years of manufacturing, food production, pilot plant, or similar operation environment experience required.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills required.
• Ability to complete production documentation and learn to use required digital systems.
• Ability to work autonomously within standard work, while escalating non-standard issues.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pilot plant operations following established policies and standards for product quality, GMP compliance, and safety.
• Support successful day-to-day execution and completion of production trials.
• Be accountable for on-time trial set-up, tear-down, and routine operation during assigned trials.
• Perform machinery and equipment self-checks and carry out initial troubleshooting during trial execution.
• Complete required trial, production, and related operational documentation.
• Submit maintenance work orders and order materials needed for trial support.
• Support sanitation, swabbing, and related food safety and quality activities as required.
• Communicate workstation needs, project status, and trial issues to pilot plant leaders, developers, and relevant partners.

Skills

Autonomy

Documentation

Digital systems

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Kraft Heinz Company in Glenview, IL, is seeking a Technician to execute trial plans in pilot plant settings, control process flow, and perform manual work in packaging or processing areas. You will support day-to-day trials across one to two pilot plants and multiple lines with similar equipment, spanning several business platforms.

You will ensure food safety, product quality, and reliable operations, reporting any issues affecting safety or trial execution.