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Raw Maintenance Technician

Kraft Heinz
Kirksville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Feb 2026
💰 $62,000/yr

About the role

Job Description

Location

Kirksville, MO

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

401K

Additional perks:  Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc.

(HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account

Pay

Pay starting is $30.78/hr. shift.

Annual increases 

Incentive bonus eligibility 

Work Schedule:

4:00am – 4:00pm rotational schedule with flexibility if needed

Work Environment:

This position is considered a Manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment.

What's on the menu?

Job Overview:

The position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor. This position requires strict attention to detail, ability to work with a wide variety of Team Members, Process Leads, Supervisors, Regulatory Officials, and Managers!

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Work with and under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor. Service, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair meat processing and packaging equipment. Maintain/repair/rebuild production/process related systems and/or components.

Learn Standard Cleaning methods and assist with scheduled plant cleaning. Assist/perform production related functions as needed/or requested by the Process Lead and/or Maintenance Supervisor.

Comply with all plant policies, safety regulations and industrial hygiene regulations as a condition of employment. Provide technical assistance and/or participate in KSRMP committees as requested.

Provide communication between Engineering and Operation teams as Engineering representative on operational teams/committees.

Use all maintenance systems as directed. Perform any related system function correctly and accurately. Utilize detailed steps in performance of all PMs by following steps an adding to or questioning when appropriate.

Keep work area clean and perform shop clean-up as directed or vital.

Know and follow Listeria rules/procedures. Promote and support interpersonal goals and culture. Perform other duties as directed by the Maintenance or Production Team Leader. Maintain compliance with KSRMP Safety Policies & Procedures. Maintain compliance individually with performance against Maintenance KPI’s. Maintain proficiency in SAP functions.

Management personnel share responsibility for legality, employee and product safety, and environmental and quality systems at all times. All salaried employees must have an accessible list of critical contact names and information. The Ranking Executive (TRE) on site is responsible for situational leadership until key staff can be appropriately engaged.

Expected Experience & Required Skills

  • Must be a minimum of at least 18 years of age

  • Must be capable of working any shift that is assigned

  • Positions involve lifting, bending, and stooping, and must have the ability to lift to 50 pounds.

  • 1-3 years of Industrial Maintenance experience or equivalent technical school or College level course work.

  • High School Diploma / GED or equivalent experience required. AA or Technical Degree/training preferred.

  • Previous manufacturing experience and basic digital literacy and computer skills.

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

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