Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Execute preventative maintenance tasks to the specification listed on the PM task list and follow up on work orders for repairs.

• Execute welding, machining and fabrication tasks; not to include Zone 1 sanitary welding.

• Execute root cause failure analysis on equipment breakdowns.

• Develop and improve the preventative maintenance plans.

• Execute planned equipment rebuilds/PM activities across the department.

• Execute any recommendation or implementation of continuous improvement on mechanical equipment design to improve line effectiveness & equipment reliability.

• Support maintenance leadership with equipment bill of materials and spare parts inventory levels for plant equipment.

• Support training for other associates (technical or production) as needed.

• Support and maintain positive rapport with customers, suppliers, contractors, and 3rd party associates.

• Support and participant on assigned teams & support team decisions.

• Support and configure the calibration of all forms of mechanical and pneumatic process equipment.

• Working overtime will be required at times when the workload demands.

• Provide coverage for peers on vacation, training, sick, and meetings.

• Perform all work in accordance to Hotwork Permit and Fire watch regulations.

• Utilize the SAP system to document daily activities.

• Provide written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey ideas/facts clearly and concisely are preferred.

• Keyboarding and typing skills with the ability to communicate with Microsoft Office business application software.

• Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the Springfield QRMP accountability document.

• Accountable for the Safety, Health and Environmental systems and operational standards to ensure compliance as it is outlined in our policies/procedures and processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1 year mechanical equipment, components, and parts experience that includes a background in industrial mechanical machining.

• Industrial Mechanical experience must include good understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, power transmissions; and diagnosis and troubleshooting of each in a manufacturing environment.  Also, prefer welding (MIG, TIG, Stick, etc.) and fabrication experience.

• Operations manufacturing experience must include the operating of industrial production machinery and making minor repairs or adjustments to said machinery.

Physical Requirements: 

• Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, sorting, ascending, and descending moves up to 50 pounds; holds and grips object; must possess manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment and disassemble and reassemble equipment.

Working Environments:

• Primarily indoors in both a hot, humid production environment and cold, cooler environment.

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Opportunity to design your own personalized benefit elections (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K) through the Company's flexible benefits programs.

• Opportunity Annual Bonus through our Field Operations Incentive Program.

Shift:  C Team: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday; 8 pm - 8:00 am

Hourly Rate: $34.25

The Kraft Heinz- Columbia Plant first opened for business in 1985 making Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs.

Community Overview:

Welcome to our Columbia Missouri community!

Location(s)

Columbia Plant

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)

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 [email protected].