All posting locations: Fort Myers, Florida, United States of America
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 04-Jan-2024
Ref #: R-78010
Description & Requirements
Gr7 PLC Tech
Pay Rate: $ 38.50/hour
Job Overview
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking Maintenance Controls/PLC Tech to work at our processing facility in Fort Myers, Fl. If you are: willing to contribute improvements and ideas to help continue the success of our facility; safety and quality orientated; and adaptable while working as part of a team, then you'll succeed with us. This position requires individuals to perform general production duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Performs advanced level preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to all production, processing and plant equipment, including: mechanical systems, pneumatic components, electrical controls, and circuits.
- Uses sophisticated knowledge and understanding of Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI, VFDs and other automated controls to ensure plant equipment is functioning properly.
- Troubleshooting applications (typically for Emerson and Allen Bradley motion control platforms) that implement simple to moderately complex motion control systems using ladder logic.
- Configure, calibrate and troubleshoot both simple and complex devices to include but not limited to flow transmitters, temperature transmitters and pressure transducers.
- Resolve both hardware and software related problems with HMI systems as issues with individual software packages arise.
- Can operate simple shop equipment (i.e., drills, saws, grinders, and sanders).
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalency; trade school also acceptable.
- Extensive experience with PLC programming (Allen Bradley preferred), servo motors, device networks, and reading electrical schematics.
- Previous experience working in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
- High level of interpersonal effectiveness.
- Intermediate digital literacy.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
- 401K with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Numerous elective benefits: Supplemental Life, Legal Services, Pet Insurance
- Employee Discounted Programs: Product Purchase, Home/Auto Insurance and multiple brand name product and services
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 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're not afraid to think differently. Adopt 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 encouraged to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy while surrounded by passionate teammates, and our collective spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
About Us
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.
Why Us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance 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.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
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 NATAI@kraftheinz.com.