Maintenance Technician, R&D - Pilot Plant

Kraft Heinz • Glenview, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing assigned mechanical and/or electrical maintenance work on machinery and equipment to ensure effective performance and reliability in line with the maintenance schedule. This role includes preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities, using technical documentation, drawings, manuals, fault information, and knowledge of the equipment to assess and execute the appropriate maintenance approach. The Maintenance Technician supports ongoing equipment reliability through inspection, repair, overhauls, upgrades, and installation work, while contributing to continuous improvement in maintenance practices and preventive maintenance programs. In addition to the responsibilities outlined below, team members are expected to understand how their individual activities contribute to food safety and to promptly report any situation that could affect the safety or integrity of our food products. The position requires the capability to carry out maintenance tasks in compliance with pilot plant and organization policies and standards. This includes executing assigned mechanical and/or electrical maintenance work, performing maintenance activities based on work orders, fault reports, production team requirements, technical documentation, drawings, manuals, and working knowledge of machines and equipment. The role involves conducting regular inspections of machinery, devices, and installations, diagnosing equipment issues, performing repairs, and supporting overhauls, upgrades, and new equipment installations. The Maintenance Technician will also assist in the development of preventive maintenance programs, record intervention activities, input and execute maintenance work orders, conduct daily rounds to monitor equipment, partner with maintenance personnel and cross-functional teams, support contractor work, and participate in R&D trial meetings or project planning meetings. Building technical capability through hands-on experience is also a key aspect of this role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Relevant maintenance experience required (3-7 years)
• Mechanical and/or electrical maintenance skills required
• Ability to read and apply technical documentation, drawings, and manuals
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrative knowledge and experience using maintenance management systems in areas of work orders, parts, hours, and reporting
• Ability to learn additional system requirements as applications change
• Ability to use spreadsheets, databases, and analytical tools

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree, technical training, or trades certification preferred
• Experience performing preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance work on machinery and equipment preferred
• Ability to support equipment overhauls, upgrades, and installations

Responsibilities

• Carry out general maintenance tasks in alignment with established policies and standards, ensuring compliance with product quality, GMPs, and safety requirements.
• Execute preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities in designated areas.
• Respond promptly to maintenance support requests and troubleshooting calls in areas designated by the Maintenance Supervisor and Pilot Plant Manager.
• Ensure equipment reliability and uptime by inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing machinery and systems.
• Perform assigned work related to equipment overhauls, upgrades, and new installations.
• Support the improvement of preventive maintenance plans, maintenance routines, and work practices.
• Maintain accurate work order, maintenance, and inspection documentation.
• Communicate work order status, open issues, and repair progress to the supervisor, maintenance scheduler, and pilot plant management team.
• Support contractor coordination and oversight for assigned work.
• Effectively manage time, meet project deadlines, and adapt to shifting maintenance priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, which may include work in other departments, different areas of the pilot plant, or Morton Grove plant for indefinite periods of time.
• Responsible for wearing proper PPE, compliance of safety training, policy & procedures, and reporting any unsafe safety conditions to management.
• Participate in audits and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.
• Responsible for ensuring equipment is in a safe and operable condition and must operate equipment in a safe manner.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED