General information

All posting locations: Columbia, Missouri, United States of America

Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing

Date Published: 26-Apr-2024

Ref #: R-81954

Description & Requirements

Job Description

Under the direction of the Powerhouse Lead, the powerhouse operator is responsible for the safe, efficient and reliable maintenance and monitoring of the steam generating boilers and related equipment, hot water systems, ammonia refrigeration compressors and related equipment, compressed air equipment, plant vacuum pumps and fire alarm system.

Familiarity with basic and advanced hand and power tools including tubing benders, welders, grinders, and sheet metal. Requires maintaining constant compliance of emergency equipment, including the ability to properly wear respiratory equipment (For FIT Test), and maintenance of PPE which requires passing a yearly medical physical. The job expectations are to work from brief verbal as well as moderately complex written instructions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Utility log rounds and meter readings.

  • Operation of Boilers, Ammonia system, Water system, and Compressed air system.

  • Facility repairs and maintenance including doors, drains, exhaust fans etc. and PM’s.

  • Required to be a HAZWOPER team member.

  • Maintain good Housekeeping without direction.

  • General Plumbing skills, including PVC, black iron, copper and stainless steel.

  • Assist with energy savings and plant improvements.

Skills Required:

  • Exhibit good decision-making abilities.

  • Must demonstrate effective process knowledge.

  • Show listening and approachability skills with teamwork ability.

  • Demonstrate leadership capabilities.

  • Exhibit effective problem solving skills.

  • Excellent attendance/safety/performance record.

  • Good interpersonal/teamwork skills.

Position Qualifications:

  • Preferred experience with pipefitting, plumbing, rebuilding pumps, gearboxes, welding, layout and fabrication, and mechanical drawings.

  • 2 years’ experience or technical training in the following areas (Refrigeration, Boiler operation, water treatment).

  • Must take cardio pulmonary test.

  • Good communication/teamwork skills.

  • Willing to train on overtime and work holidays.

Working Environments:

  • Primarily indoors in both a hot, humid production environment and cold,

           cooler environment.

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

  • Opportunity to design your own personalized benefit elections (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K) through the Company's flexible benefits programs.

  • Opportunity Annual Bonus through our Field Operations Incentive Program.

Night Shift: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday from 8:00 pm to 8:00 am.

The Kraft Heinz- Columbia Plant first opened for business in 1985 making Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs.

Community Overview:

Welcome to our Columbia Missouri community!

Location(s)

Columbia Plant

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.