Utilities Technician 2nd Shift - Refrigeration

Experience Champaign Urbana; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Champaign, IL is seeking a Utilities Operator to safely operate and maintain plant utility systems supporting continuous production. You will manage boilers, ammonia refrigeration, air compressors, cooling towers, and HVAC equipment.

Responsibilities include monitoring systems, performing preventive maintenance, ensuring GMP/HACCP compliance, and supporting environmental and safety programs. The role requires shift work (2nd shift, Tue–Sat) and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years experience in boiler operation or refrigeration
• Basic knowledge of refrigeration and air conditioning cycle
• Familiarity with boiler control instrumentation and safety devices
• Ability to obtain Freon refrigeration license for plant units
• Must pass a respirator fit test

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers, ammonia refrigeration system and compressed air system
• Safely operate and maintain HVAC, condensers, and related equipment
• Conduct preventive maintenance on Utilities department equipment
• Monitor fire alarm panel and coordinate response
• Perform ammonia evacuation procedures and safety checks
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, and repair Utilities equipment
• Adhere to GMP, HACCP, and product quality standards

Skills

Boiler operation

Ammonia refrigeration

HVAC systems

GMP/HACCP

Respirator fit test

Freon refrigeration license

Tools

Refrigeration equipment

Industrial boilers

Job description

Job Description

Compensation Overview:

The starting hourly wage for this role is $37.69

Shift Premium of $.75/hr on 2nd shift

Hourly Bonus Program

Work Schedule:

• Flexible scheduling, 8-hour workday, 5-6 days a week, with possible overtime.
• 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm): Tuesday-Saturday
• Employees must have weekend availability.
• Employees may work weekends and holidays.

Plant & Community Overview:

Plant Overview: The Champaign, IL plant is the flagship plant in the Kraft Heinz organization and the largest volume producing plant in North America.

• Established in 1963
• Home to 1000 employees, 3 8-hour shifts, 3 core departments
• Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings, and A-1 steak sauce.

Community Overview: Welcome to our Champaign, IL community!

Job Overview:

Utilities Operators are responsible for the safe operation and routine maintenance of the plant’s utility systems that support continuous production. Will be working with s team boilers, ammonia refrigeration equipment, air compressors, cooling towers, all HVAC equipment, and Freon systems.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Operate boilers, ammonia refrigeration system and compressed air system.
• The safe and efficient operation of boilers, air conditioning compressors, condensers and all other equipment associated with the Utilities department.
• Perform the duties of the Utilities department consistent with plant policy and standards with respect to product quality, GMPs and safety.
• Monitor fire alarm panel, coordinate response team.
• Ammonia evacuation.
• Operate and maintain chilled water system.
• Monitor chemical treatment for cooling towers and boiler water.
• Preventive maintenance on all equipment associated with the Utilities department (i.e., air compressors, pumps, air handler filters, cooler equipment, air handlers, steam system).
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, repair and reassemble all equipment associated with the Utilities department.
• Ammonia, HVAC and all refrigeration controls.
• Utilities stockroom.
• Exhaust fans (building).
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Position may include quality checks, including but not limited to, GMP, HACCP, and temp chart calibrations.
• Know, understand, and comply with Kraft Food’s Environmental Policy.
• Reduce Kraft’s Environmental footprint.

Qualifications:

• Steam Boiler operation and refrigeration background a plus. Minimum of four years experience.
• Must understand and have basic knowledge of the refrigeration and air conditioning cycle.
• Thorough knowledge of boiler control instrumentation devices including pressure gauges and transmitting devices, flow meters, temperature gauges and transmitters, combustion control, feedwater control and safety Devices.
• License in Freon refrigeration repair a plus.
• Ability to gain freon refrigeration license for use on all window units, cabinet coolers, water fountains, and all main plant freon refrigeration units.
• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test.

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.

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)

Champaign 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].