Maintenance Support Specialist

Job Description

Maintenance Support Specialist

New Ulm Plant

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Medical.
• Dental.
• Vision.
• Additional perks:  Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), access to shop at the Company Store.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• Maintenance Support Specialist positions begin at $36.48 per hour.
• Non-Union (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plant.

Work Schedule:

Weekly Rotating Shifts for Production Employees, Monday through Friday.  Shift start time depends on the department, but weekly rotations begin on 3rd, 2nd, and then 1st shift.

Plant & Community Overview:

Plant Overview:

• The Kraft Heinz Plant in New Ulm has been a workplace of choice in the community since its opening in 1955.  Current products include Velveeta, Velveeta Mini-Block, Kraft Deli-Deluxe, and Foodservice for popular restaurant chains.
• 400 Hourly Employees.
• 23 Salaried Employees.
• Average tenured employee is 12 years of service.
• Over 125 employees have more than 20 years of service.
• There is over 5,000 years of experience in the New Ulm Plant!

Community Overview:

Welcome to our New Ulm Community!

Job Overview:

Under the direction of the Senior Maintenance Supervisors, is responsible for assuring that the Processing and Packaging Departments are provided the mechanical maintenance support necessary to operate in a safe manner, at optimum speeds and efficiencies with minimum waste.  They will be responsible for Line Technician training as it relates to the mechanical maintenance and operation of all production equipment.  They are also responsible for aiding in the installation and start-up of new equipment, as well as the modification/improvement of existing equipment as directed by Project Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Maintenance Supervision. 

The Maintenance Support Specialist must be knowledgeable of each area’s quality needs to effectively recognize and respond to processing, packaging and equipment operational defects.  This person must have a good understanding of the Total Quality Management concept and how to utilize TQ tools in problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives.  The specialist must be knowledgeable of all processing, filling, and packaging equipment, hand and shop tools, as well as pneumatic and hydraulic systems.  Knows how to use all basic hand and precision machinist tools.  The specialist will perform sensitive adjustments involving a definite use of learned skills and judgment which can only be achieved through years of exposure to the equipment and processes.  Must perform job with minimal supervision.  This individual is subject to working a non-standard work week and call-in at any time.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Troubleshoots and maintains safe and efficient operation of all plant processing, filling and packaging equipment.
• Provides training to the Line Techs in the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of all plant processing, filling and packaging equipment.
• Provides timely corrective action in emergency repairs on all production equipment.
• Manages and maintains the predictive and preventive maintenance program as it pertains to their area of expertise.
• Assists engineering and production in the design and layout of equipment and systems.
• Designs and builds needed equipment, or modifies existing equipment, in order to maximize line effectiveness, safety and adherence to plant GMP policy.
• Installs project related equipment as assigned.
• Initiates and completes work orders and PMs on a timely basis.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Senior Maintenance Supervisor.
• Keeps work area neat and clean, including period sanitation.
• Responsible for sanitizing tools and parts used in the repair of sensitive production equipment.
• After performing maintenance, whether an emergency repair or a routine PM, is responsible for returning the equipment to a sanitized and production ready mode.
• Uses sanitation cleaners and supplies effectively and safely.
• Understands and consistently practices plant GMP’s.
• Ensures proper materials are used during repair and construction to minimize corrosion.
• Welds, grinds, and polished to 3A standards, acts to prevent product and/or surface contamination when working or making repairs.
• Understands product and packaging quality requirements and supports the production departments to assure only defect-free, in-specification product is being produced.
• Lubrication- Oiling chains, oil open gears, greasing of bearings, checking oil levels, oil replenishment, disposal and sample collection.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED Required.
• Previous Manufacturing Experience Preferred.
• Seeking individuals who work well with teams, are goal oriented, and enjoy satisfaction in performing a job well done.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds frequently, up to 100 pounds infrequently, with or without reasonable accommodations.

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)

New Ulm Plant

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].