Maintenance Multi-Craft Mechanic

About Us

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!

Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy & Collaboration

We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day. As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.

• Medical with HSA Savings Plan Available
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance; Can buy additional for self and family
• Paid Parental Leave
• Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, etc.
• (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.
• Starting Pay: $26.14
• (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plan Bonus Incentive

D Shift: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and, every other Sunday

5:30 PM to 6:00 AM- Nights

Welcome to Fort Smith Community!

https://www.fortsmithchamber.org/ http://www.fortsmithar.gov/

Fort Smith is the second largest city in Arkansas with a population of over 88,000. Daily commuters increase the working population to over 250,000 during the workday from surrounding counties: Arkansas counties of Crawford, Franklin, and Sebastian, and the Oklahoma counties of Le Flore and Sequoyah. Fort Smith has several historical sites and is the site for the National Marshalls Museum. There are festivals, music events, and Arkansas/Oklahoma State Fair, and many more….

• Planters Peanuts started being produced in Fort Smith in 1975 and has enjoyed a record of growth and improvement. Over 100 SKUs are produced at Fort Smith in peanut and tree nut blends from small convenience store packaging to large club store containers.
• Kraft Heinz-Fort Smith has approximately 260 Employees Non-Union, Full Time Employees, as well as Third Party Warehouse and Production employees and contractors.
• 4 Shifts for 24/7 Operation: 12 Hour Shifts (A/B/C/D) Mon-Wed or Thurs-Sat crews alternate Sundays 36/48 pattern.

Explore our Website! https://www.planters.com/

Are you ready to join a team of Owners that safely produce a quality product with 100 years of history? Kraft Heinz is the place for team members that want to be Owners of their process/area/equipment/plant! We offer a complete job experience that requires a variety of skills and advancement opportunities. You will not repair equipment…. you will Own your piece of the Planters plant, from Preventative and Predictive Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Quality, Safety, Set up, Sanitation, Work Standards, our Owners are the Critical Piece!

• Ensure safe work environment for self and others by complying with all safety rules, requirements, and programs, as well as making suggestions to improve safety of the facility and personnel.
• Accountable for Quality standards of your product by supporting all Quality programs and complying with all policies, HACCP, and GMP/Food Safety requirements.
• Successful individuals will be self-motivated to learn new equipment, processes, and skills in their area of ownership.
• Grow to expert level on complex machine adjustment and troubleshooting.
• Achieve expected performance results on all maintenance tasks assigned in Computerized Maintenance System.
• Repair machine breakdowns identify necessary resources to repair and troubleshoot to bring equipment back to operable condition.
• Develop and implement improvements using Root Cause Failure Analysis process to prevent recurring maintenance issues.
• Lead in efforts to improve efficiencies.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks on equipment with operator assistance.
• Operate computers or computerized operator interface to make critical machine adjustments and research maintenance issues.
• Input data into the maintenance/production report database application and issue reports using e-mail as needed.
• Utilize all support equipment necessary to perform housekeeping and work: forklift, hand lift, sanitation equipment

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prefer advanced education in maintenance, electrical, and/or PLCs.
• 2 Years of Manufacturing Maintenance: PMs, troubleshoot, mechanical, electrical, PLCs
• Operate Computers & Computerized equipment for maintenance systems, machine operation, quality, safety and compliance testing and training.
• Desire to be a Motivated Owner and participate in the success of the business.
• Communicate with co-workers face to face, by telephone, and electronic communications.
• Able to give and understand instructions and hold conversations in manufacturing environment, as well as an office or classroom setting.
• Possess manual dexterity necessary to perform maintenance tasks, operate equipment, disassemble and reassemble equipment, operate a computer and other standard office equipment.
• Vision adequate to manipulate equipment controls, complete paperwork, utilize computers, and have depth perception.
• Complete training for Powered Industrial Trucks, LOTO, Confined Space Entry and Fall Protection usage.
• Complete Step up Qualification cards in the designated timeframe.
• Lift up to 50 lbs independently and heavier weights with assistance.
• Walk, Sit, Stand for duration of shift with regular breaks
• Wear all Required Personal Protective Equipment, PPE, to perform job tasks
• Climb stairs, steps and ladders, as well as work at heights on equipment, platforms, and walkways.
• Perform bending, squatting, kneeling, leaning, and reaching at both ground level and overhead.
• Must provide personal basic maintenance tools.
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