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The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We're a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.

We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Planters, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others.

No matter the brand, we're united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we're transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion - and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen - there's only one thing to do: join our table and let's make life delicious!

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Job Description

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking an Autonomous Maintenance Technician (Machine Repair) to work at our sauces, and pickles processing facility in Holland, MI. Successful candidates must be willing to contribute improvements suggestions and ideas to help continue the success of our facility. Ideal candidates must be safety and quality orientated along with demonstrate adaptability and willingness to work in a team orientated, fast paced work environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ years of related experience is preferred

• Candidates must be available to work overtime including weekends and holidays

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Company paid Life Insurance, Company paid Short-term disability

• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HAS) with Company contribution

• Wellness Program

• Starting Pay Rate $21.83 - $28.28 an hour (depending on experience)

• Journeyman Card Holder - $29.23

* New Hire Bonus Program

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, including some weekends 2:00pm-10:30pm

Plant Overview:

• Approximately 300 employees

• 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift opportunities- assigned based on business needs and seniority

• Union Plant, represented by UFCW Local 705

• Products: Vinegar, BBQ Sauces, Relish, Pickles, Mustard

• The Holland plant is one of the oldest plants in the company and has been operating since 1897. Although, locally known as the "pickle factory", currently pickles only make up 5% of the total production. In 2016 the factory installed grey poupon mills to allow the production of its iconic mustard.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Provide line coverage in assigned area utilizing production and maintenance playbook processes and tools. Under the direction of production and maintenance supervision this position will be required to safely operate assigned equipment and maintain all line equipment to produce product right the first time. This person will mentor, and coach line operators as needed on various maintenance and operational aspects to master their technical understanding of equipment and process controls.

• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work station and area

• Perform setup, start-up, Adjust and Operation of Equipment; Proper Shutdown and Changeover as required by company standards

• Perform start of shift walk through and equipment checks and complete relevant line start-up check sheet

• Coordinate with operators to keep line running through breaks including operating equipment as needed

• Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical concerns of the equipment, maintain and improve integrity and performance of all focus line/s equipment, and complete scheduled work orders

• Communicate and coordinate with Maintenance and Production Leadership any maintenance activities required on assigned equipment to ensure optimum line efficiency and product quality

• Utilizing Maintenance Windows; perform preventive maintenance inspections and corrective work orders on all focus line equipment as assigned by the Maintenance Department to prevent mechanical and/or electrical breakdowns.

• Participate in the development and improvement of a documented 52-week maintenance plan as prescribed in the Playbook and residing in the SAP PM structure.

• Develop and implement improvements using the Breakdown Management process to prevent reoccurring equipment failures

• Utilize the SAP system to create notifications, perform and confirm completed work orders.

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Equal Opportunity Employer-minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
It is the continuing policy of The Kraft Heinz Company to afford full equal employment opportunity to qualified employees and applicants, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental handicaps, military or veteran status, sexual preference, or any other protected condition or characteristic in conformity with all applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations.Final candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without Company sponsorship. Exceptions requesting work visa sponsorship will be reviewed on a case to case basis.