3rd Shift - Mechanic

Kraft Heinz•Lowville, NY

9h•$33 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Mechanic to work at our food processing facility in Lowville, NY. Successful candidates must be willing to supply 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. This position requires individuals to perform general production duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards. EEO Policy Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Underrepresented groups/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories The company will review reasonable accommodations as required. Benefits & Compensation Overview: We offer a variety of benefits depending on how you chose what is best for you, but what is offered are: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Reimbursement Account/Health Savings Account. Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Company paid Life Insurance, Company paid Short-term disability $33.03-37.04/hr A $1.00 shift differential for second or and $1.25 shift differential for third shift. Work Schedule: Schedule is based on 7 days per week production. Plant & Community Overview: The Lowville plant produces the legendary Philadelphia Cream Cheese and Kraft String Cheese! Built in 1971, the facility is over 400,000 square feet and houses 18 production lines. Milk and cream is supplied by local farms. With over 500 employees, the plant is one of the largest employers in Lewis County. For more information on the company or the community, visit https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com/ or https://lowville.racog.org/

Requirements

Able to work on all shifts, weekend and Holiday work will be required
A Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent experience or general education diploma (GED)
Qualifications to be considered for this position include: attendance, prior experience and/or education and past job performance
Must have strong communication skills

Nice To Haves

Prior manufacturing experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Successful completion of all required periodic plant and job-specific training
Perform Preventative Maintenance tasks on time as assigned by maintenance planners.
Participation as an active member in the PSM Team
Ability and knowledge to work on plant ammonia system
Ability to perform advanced machine tool operations
Ability to perform mechanical troubleshooting
Ability to rebuild cream cheese mix separators
Perform general repairs on plant boilers
Knowledge of HTST operation and control & processing equipment.
Solid understanding and demonstrated ability to work on the Plant’s HVAC system
Working knowledge of the operation of the evaporator
Must have the interpersonal skills to work with other mechanics, electricians, supervisors and production/sanitation personnel
Must be willing to attend training seminars as necessary to fulfill the plant’s needs as a maintenance mechanic
Basic electrical knowledge for troubleshooting
It is the responsibility of all employees to adhere to all site rules, and to all ways of working, and processes and procedures within that role
Position requires compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
Timely Period Work completion.
Team participation is required.
All other duties as assigned.
Will ensure that the equipment and machinery they work with is cleaned and sanitized according to the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program rules explained at the beginning of the employment and during refresher sessions
Ensures all products manufactured align with the Quality Assurance Program and policies reviewed during the on the job training applicable to this specific operation function
Will follow the Kraft Heinz Safety Process and will keep himself/herself and others away from harm while performing their duties.
Will adhere to LOTO policy and procedures

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Reimbursement Account/Health Savings Account
Pet Insurance
(EAP) Employee Assistance Program
Company paid Life Insurance
Company paid Short-term disability
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.
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