Line Technician

Compensation Overview:

The starting hourly wage for this role is $35.22

Shift Premium of $.75/hr on 2nd shift & $1.00/hr on 3rd shift.

Hourly Bonus Program

Work Schedule:

· Flexible scheduling, 8-hour workday, 5-6 days a week, with possible overtime. 

· 2nd Shift (3pm-11pm)  

· 3rd Shift (11pm-7am)

· Employees must have weekend availability.

· Employees may work weekends and holidays.

Job Overview:

Line Technicians, as part of the maintenance team,will perform equipment maintenance, inspection, modifications, and troubleshooting dutieson a production line following strict product safety and quality standards. Interested individuals must be able to work in a fast-paced, complex environment.

Responsibilities & Duties:

· Execution of basic equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, cleaning, inspection, lubricating, and adjusting.

· Operation of equipment to optimize quality and productivity, make adjustments, and complete changeovers.

· Completing preventative maintenance by developing, updating, and executing the process.

· Equipment overhaul, modifications and installations.

· Training of production line associates.

· Ensure all products being produced meet quality specifications.

· Responsible for wearing proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) , compliance of safety training, policy and procedures and report any unsafe safety conditions to a Supervisor/ Management

· Exhibits safe work habits and encourages other to work safely

· Focus on continuous improvement through innovation.

· Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

· Demonstrates mechanical aptitude.

· Able to safely and effectively operate power tools, hands tools, and electrical/instrument test equipment.

· Previous experience in manufacturing environment and/or as an automotive techniciana plus.

· Appropriate time management skills to meet deadlines.

· Able to follow directions and ability to perform tasks safely from start to finish with minimal supervision

· Exercises good judgment and decision-making skills, bringing up to the supervisor any issues outside of his/her scope of responsibility and control.

· Able to work flexible schedules when needed.

· Able to use a computer.

· Able to lift up to 50lbs.

· Able to stand for extended periods of time.

· Able to safely work at heights.

· Maintain an excellent attendance record / adherence to attendance policy.

· Able to understand & follow instructions, excellent oral & written communication skills.

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!