Controls Technician Lead

Controls Technician Lead at a glance….

Location

Newberry, SC

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision

• (HSA) Health Savings Account

• Newberry Employee Store

• Hourly pay starting at $42.70 per hour!

• Non-Union (Bonus/FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plant.

Work Schedule:

First Shift: Monday – Friday 6:30am until 3:00pm and overtime as required.

Plant & Community Overview:

• Org Structure: Jumbo
• Over 800 Employees (1st, 2nd and 3rd shift)
• Plant built in 1966 and purchased by Kraft/Oscar Mayer in 1972
• Facility:
• 75 Acres – Total Site
• 680,000 Square Feet
• Newberry Product Mix:
• https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com
• Community Overview:

Welcome to Newberry South Carolina

https://www.cityofnewberry.com

Job Overview:

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Controls Technician Lead to work at our food processing facility in Newberry, SC! Successful candidates are willing to give improvement ideas and suggestions to help continue the success of the plant. This position receives leadership direction from Engineering and Maintenance Management.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Advance multi-craft mechanics in acquiring additional skill sets within: Electronics / Electrical / Motor controls.

• Assist fellow multi-craft mechanics with resolving electrical control problems and implement problem resolution training.

• Manage projects involving cross-functional team control system applications.

• Lead training events to improve mechanics knowledge within: Programming / Networking / Software application

• Improve equipment electrical CAD schematics, standards, documentation, and training aids.

• Apply strong leadership ability to instruct others.

• Engage team on projects to drive ownership and skill development.

Expected Experience & Required Skills:

• Must possess strong multi-craft technical knowledge and mathematical abilities

• A minimum of 4-years in industrial maintenance experience

• A passion to learn and resolve problems

• A domineer that draws people in to learn

• Must have excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written skills

• Strong electrical skills with a focus on controls and PCs and networks

• Strong trouble shooting capability and ability to implement solutions

• Able to identify, prioritize, and handle multiple work assignments in a timely manner

• An associate degree in electronic or mechatronics or equivalent experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

Mechanics will spend most of their shift (8-12 hours) on their feet. They must service equipment in the plant, on the grounds, and in support buildings. This covers an area of over 50 acres. This necessitates an excellent deal of walking on wet/slippery floors and working on concrete/asphalt surfaces. Mechanics are encouraged to wear tool pouches on their waist while working (approximately 15 pounds).

Mechanics must climb on, over, under or through equipment, catwalks, railings, utility runs, small access doors, etc. Mechanics work in tight spaces under or between equipment, in crawl spaces above the ceiling and inside “confined spaces”. While in these areas, they must lift, lower or support equipment, as well as exert significant force on hand tools.

Work may be performed in dusty and smoky environments (such as grinding or welding galvanized metal) will require the use of mask or respirator. Temperatures will range from -30­º F to 100º F. Humidity levels will reach 100% during sanitation.

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 human