Maintenance Technician

Job Description Location

Mason City, Iowa

• Competitive Health, Vision, and Dental benefits
• Company match 401(k) Plan
• Company-paid Short Term Disability benefits
• Starting with 4 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)

The hourly wage range for this role is $27.48 - $36.59

• 4 on – 4 off
• 12 hour shift rotating days and nights
• 6:00 am – 6:00 pm / 6:00 pm – 6:00 am

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician to work at our production facility in Mason City, IA. Ideal candidates must be safety and quality orientated and be willing 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.

• Communicate effectively with co-workers to ensure minimal interruptions in production
• Independently problem solve repairs and breakdowns in the packaging areas
• Help operators develop their maintenance skills when appropriate
• Perform assigned planned work repairs, preventive and predictive activities in a quality manner
• Provide feedback about assigned tasks that will improve the equipment database and the quality of the tasks in SAP
• Lead major equipment rebuilds as assigned, utilizing the skills of others assigned to assist
• Complete planned and scheduled work for rebuilds and repairs
• Install new equipment and support capital projects as assigned
• Get/kit parts from Stores as needed. Utilize SAP to identify and locate parts for assigned tasks
• Enter data in SAP accurately and completely
• Participate in identifying repetitive equipment failures
• Participate in resolution of issues as a subject matter expert

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Candidates must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts alternating days and nights, including weekends
• Ability to work overtime as necessary
• Background in a manufacturing environment or technical background with electrical, mechanical or automation experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong electrical, mechanical and/or automation skills
• Previous experience with operation and maintenance

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Ability to use hands/arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Ability to work in all areas of the facility including hot and cold areas and be exposed to wet and humid conditions
• Must be able to lift and or move up to 50 lbs. or more
• Must have excellent vision, distant and peripheral, with the ability to identify and distinguish colors and adjust focus
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high, and ear protection is required
• May work near moving mechanical parts, high and/or confining places

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility, and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet! We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and commitment to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

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