R&D Pilot Plant Quality Technician — Lab & Microbiology

The Kraft Heinz Company; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 61,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Healthcare coverage

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Glenview, IL is seeking a Pilot Plant Quality Technician to execute daily quality activities and maintain strict food safety standards across multiple pilot plant areas. You will work with the QA team to collect data, perform tests, and ensure compliance with GMPs and HACCP guidelines.

You will document results, escalate trends, and support calibration, equipment maintenance, and safety training while collaborating with engineers, maintenance, and production staff in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 – 5 years of relevant manufacturing, food production, pilot plant, or similar operation environment experience required.
• Excellent Communication Skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
• Knowledge in HACCP, Microbiology, Sanitation, Chemical Safety, Pest Control, and Quality Systems is a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously within standard work, while using judgement to elevate non-standard issues.
• Ability to learn - must be able to adapt and learn new skills quickly.
• Ability to complete production documentation and learn to use required digital systems
• Intermediate Computer Skills Required
• Must have the ability to learn additional EAM and purchase order system (e.g. SAP, Ariba Procurement Buying) requirements as system progresses or applications change.
• Ability to use spreadsheets, databases (e.g. Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and analytical tools such as Lablynx / ATP Novalum.

Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of general pilot plant quality technician duties consistent with planned policies and standards with respect to product quality, GMPs, and safety.
• Responsible for supporting the upkeep and safe operation of all necessary pilot plant lab and calibration equipment.
• Responsible for reporting trouble calls and supporting lab equipment review.
• Other duties as assigned by the Pilot Plant Quality and Sanitation Program Manager, which may include assignments to other departments or areas of the pilot plant and or local offsite locations.
• Responsible for communicating project status to department and cross-functional employees.
• Responsible for time management and project deadlines.
• Responsible for balancing multiple project priorities and accommodating requests or changes in schedule.

Skills

Excellent communication

HACCP

Microbiology

Sanitation

Chemical safety

Pest control

Quality systems

Autonomous work

Adaptability

Digital systems

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Ariba Procurement Buying

Lablynx/ATP Novalum

Job description

Kraft Heinz in Glenview, IL is seeking a Pilot Plant Quality Technician to execute daily quality activities and maintain strict food safety standards across multiple pilot plant areas. You will work with the QA team to collect data, perform tests, and ensure compliance with GMPs and HACCP guidelines.

You will document results, escalate trends, and support calibration, equipment maintenance, and safety training while collaborating with engineers, maintenance, and production staff in a fast-paced