Maintenance Buyer

Job Description Location

Newberry, SC

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription
• 401K
• Additional perks:
  Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc. (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account

The starting pay is $42.70/hr.

Annual increases

Incentive bonus eligibility

First Shift – 6:00am – 2:30pm or 7:00am – 3:30pm

* Overtime may be required*

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform all relevant Maintenance Repair Operations (MRO) support functions as needed to acquire department goals. This position will work with various systems which include but are not limited to SAP, SRM, and E Auctions. It will require frequent interactions with OEMs, outside suppliers, and service suppliers to ensure parts and service deliveries are timely to support planned and unplanned maintenance activities.

This role will require schedule flexibility to support business needs.

• Orders parts and supplies ensuring they are available when planned.
• Controls MRO inventory.
• Works with Planners pre-stage parts (kitting) for upcoming work orders.
• Identifies suppliers to be used to acquire most favorable pricing on inventory.
• Records and completes “root cause analysis” for out-of-stock part conditions.
• Assists with the creation of Bill of Material (BOM) for each piece of equipment.
• In coordination with the Storeroom employees, perform physical inventory of parts and supplies by conducting cycle counts of selected materials.
• Reconcile received parts, packing slip, and purchase order to ensure accuracy.
• Issues parts and supplies per MRO processes and procedures.
• Performs daily transactions in SAP.
• Performs restocking of bins for parts and supplies.
• Performs area housekeeping duties.
• Acquires Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) numbers from suppliers as needed. Prepare items for shipment as required.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers, suppliers, contractors, and employees!
• Follow all Kraft Heinz policies and Good Manufacturing practices.
• Responsible for implementation and ongoing maintenance of QRMP standards as assigned. Actively completes performance monitoring audits in a timely manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Proven computer skills with intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Can interpret shop manuals, blueprints and shop prints.
• Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS). SAP preferred.
• Basic familiarity with Microsoft Access or similar database software is helpful.
• Experience in the Food Processing Industry, including exposure to OSHA/USDA regulations.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience is preferred but not required.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Work is indoors; Primary production floor is wet, Secondary locations are occasionally wet, seasonal climate). You must wear the following PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): (bump cap/hard hat, safety glasses, slip resistant safety shoes, ear plugs). Instructions:
Describe the work schedule e.g. Full time/Part time or if Blue collar - specified start and end times of the shift and describe any scheduling nuances that are required (rotating shifts, weekend/holiday, etc.).

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.

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