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Kraft Heinz

Utilities Operator

Champaign, IL · On-site

Establishedin 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 ...

Kraft Heinz

6 Utility Operator - Filling

New Ulm, MN

$27.68/hr

The Kraft Heinz Plant in New Ulm has been a workplace of choice in the community since its opening ... At our New Ulm location, we make processed cheese. The work here is fast paced and we reward hard ...

Kraft Heinz

Pack Service 2nd Shift

Cedar Rapids, IA

$20/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

OnPack Operator 3rd Shift

Cedar Rapids, IA

$24.52/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

OnPack Operator 1st Shift

Cedar Rapids, IA

$24.52/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

Maintenance Technician 2

Cedar Rapids, IA

$29.28/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

General Production - 3rd Shift

Champaign, IL · On-site

$20.72 - $26.02/hr

Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings, Heinz Ketchup, PrimalKitchenand A-1 steak sauce. * Community Overview:Welcome to ourChampaign, ILcommunity! Job ...

Kraft Heinz

Bag Cook 3rd Shift-1

Cedar Rapids, IA

$24.52/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

Maintenance Technician 2

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$29.28/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

CIP Operator 3rd Shift

Cedar Rapids, IA

$24.79/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

OnPack Operator 3rd Shift

Cedar Rapids, IA

$23.58/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

Bag Cook 3rd Shift-2

Cedar Rapids, IA

$24.52/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz Company

Utilities Operator

Champaign, IL · On-site

$37.69/hr

... include Kraft macaroni and cheese, Miracle Whip, Kraft salad dressings, and A-1 steak sauce. Community Overview: Welcome to our Champaign, IL community! Job Overview: Utilities Operators are ...

Kraft Heinz

Water Spider

Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$21.23/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

Kraft Heinz

On Pack Operator

Cedar Rapids, IA

$23.58/hr

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese Company History: Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980's by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with ...

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Utilities Operator

Kraft Heinz

Champaign, IL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Kraft Heinz rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 122 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

231st of 435 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Description

Compensation Overview:

The starting hourly wage for this role is $37.69

Shift Premium of $.75/hron 2nd shift

Hourly Bonus Program

Work Schedule:

Flexible scheduling, 8-hour workday, 5-6 days a week, withpossible overtime.

2nd Shift (3pm-11pm): Tuesday-Saturday

Employees must have weekend availability.

Employees may work weekends and holidays.

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.

Establishedin 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 ourChampaign, ILcommunity!

Job Overview:

Utilities Operatorsare responsible forthe safe operation and routine maintenance of the plant's utility systems that support continuous production. Will beworkingwith steam boilers, ammonia refrigeration equipment, air compressors, cooling towers, all HVAC equipment, and Freon systems.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Operateboilers, ammonia refrigerationsystemand compressed air system.

The safe and efficient operation of boilers,air conditioningcompressors,condensersand all other equipment associated withthe Utilities department.

Perform the duties of the Utilities department consistent with plant policy and standards with respect to productquality, GMPs and safety.

Monitor fire alarm panel, coordinate response team.

Ammonia evacuation.

Operateand maintain chilled water system.

Monitorchemical treatment for cooling towers and boiler water.

Preventive maintenance on all equipment associated with the Utilities department (i.e., air compressors,pumps, air handler filters, cooler equipment, air handlers, steam system).

Disassemble, clean, inspect,repairand reassemble all equipment associated with the Utilities department.

Ammonia,HVACand all refrigeration controls.

Utilities stockroom.

Exhaust fans (building).

Otherduties asassigned by the supervisor.

Position may include quality checks, including but not limited to, GMP, HACCP, andtempchart calibrations.

Know, understand, andcomply withKraft Food's Environmental Policy.

Reduce Kraft's Environmental footprint.

Qualifications:

Steam Boiler operation and refrigeration backgrounda plus. Minimum of fouryears experience.

Must understand and have basic knowledge of the refrigeration and air conditioning cycle.

Thorough knowledge of boiler control instrumentation devices including pressure gauges and transmitting devices, flow meters, temperature gauges and transmitters, combustion control, feedwatercontroland safety

Devices.
License in Freon refrigeration repaira plus
Ability to gain freon refrigeration licensefor useon all window units, cabinet coolers, water fountains,andall main plantfreon refrigeration units.

Must be able to pass a respirator fit test.

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coveragefor 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 aphysical, 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)

Champaign 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.

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