R&D Pilot Plant Maintenance Technician

Kraft Heinz; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Glenview, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant equipment, following preventive maintenance schedules and safety standards. The role includes inspections, repairs, overhauls, and installations to sustain reliability in our pilot plant and production lines.

You will read manuals, diagnose issues, document interventions, and collaborate with maintenance staff and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• 3–7 years of relevant maintenance experience.
• Experience with preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Ability to read and apply technical documentation, drawings, and manuals.
• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance skills required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks in line with established policies and standards, ensuring compliance with product quality, GMPs, and safety requirements.
• Execute preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities on designated equipment.
• Respond to maintenance requests and troubleshoot in coordination with the supervisor.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair machinery to ensure reliability and uptime.
• Support equipment overhauls, upgrades, and new installations as needed.
• Maintain accurate work orders and document maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with pilot plant technicians and cross-functional teams on critical needs.
• Ensure safe operation of hand and power tools and adherence to safety procedures.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Reading manuals/drawings

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates degree / technical training preferred

Tools

EAM systems

Job description

Kraft Heinz in Glenview, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant equipment, following preventive maintenance schedules and safety standards. The role includes inspections, repairs, overhauls, and installations to sustain reliability in our pilot plant and production lines.

You will read manuals, diagnose issues, document interventions, and collaborate with maintenance staff and cross-functional teams.