Job Description

All Posting Locations:

Kendallville, IN, US

Job Functions:

Manufacturing

Date Published:

October 14, 2025

Ref#:

R-96434


ABOUT THE ROLE

Process Line Technician

Location

Kendallville IN

Benefits & Compensation Overview

Annual Wage Increase Program


Annual Bonus Program


12 Paid Holidays per Year


Paid vacation - up to 2 weeks in your first year


Medical with (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account, Dental, and Vision insurance


401k with company match


Additional perks: Paid Parental Leave, Discounted YMCA Membership, Product Purchase Program, Employee Assistance Program

Pay

The starting hourly wage for this role is $33.85/hour

Work Schedule

2nd shift - 2:30pm - 10:30pm, Monday - Friday


Daily/Weekly overtime possible

Job Overview

Responsible for keeping equipment and plant components operating for production. Must maintain and troubleshoot all building, production, and utilities equipment facility wide to prevent and/or correct any mechanical breakdowns.

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Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment as needed associated with the building, production, and utilities. Communicate and coordinate with Operations and Maintenance Team Leads any corrective maintenance required on assigned equipment to ensure optimum line efficiency and product quality. Perform preventive maintenance inspections on all production, building, and utilities equipment as assigned by the Operations or Maintenance Team Lead. Participate in the development of a detailed preventive maintenance plan. Must be able to work as a member of a team on jobs requiring skills other than mechanical and in areas other than specific production lines. Recommend and implement continuous improvement on equipment and system design through use of the team concept. Analyze equipment failures; Recommend and implement corrective action. Communicate with area maintenance personnel on other shifts, as necessary, to ensure coordination of all maintenance efforts on assigned equipment. Perform an emergency stop as necessary; Follow all "Lock Out/Tag Out" procedures and policies. Report all safety concerns and potential hazards to a supervisor/team lead. Perform any duties assigned by Management. Responsible for upholding the KHMS standards detailed in the plant's KHMS training program.

Equipment operated:

The employee must have general operation knowledge of all equipment on the line. The employee must have the ability to operate such equipment that includes, but is not limited to shop equipment, computers, assorted hand tools, etc.

Training and experience:

Associates degree in a maintenance-related field or a minimum of three (3) years manufacturing maintenance experience required. Also, employee must be able to pass appropriate testing and Targeted Selection Interview process prior to being offered the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Lift 50 pounds. Constant bending and twisting; Able to reach above shoulders. Able to climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch occasionally. Able to become certified to operate a hand truck. Able to become certified in man-lifts. Able to work any shift and overtime when needed. Able to work in hot/humid conditions as well as areas that contain starch/dust particles and egg. Use simple mathematics on a periodic basis. Interpersonal efficiency and the ability to work with a team with multi-layered strengths. Must be able to work overtime as needed.

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 commitment 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 cultivating 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.


Consideration will be given to individual qualifications and seniority in making final selection among applicants for this job. Candidate must successfully complete and receive a passing score on the Utility Qualification Exam as part of the selection process. Applicants must be willing to work any shift, weekends and holidays, maintain work area in an orderly and sanitary condition, perform any and all duties assigned, and perform all duties in compliance with Federal, State and local codes and laws, plant rules and practices of safety, conduct, sanitation, good housekeeping and quality.


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

Benefits:

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing:

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.


You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:


Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Kendallville Plant

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

NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com

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MANUFACTURING AT KRAFT HEINZ


THE

MAKERS
Our Manufacturing team is a fully-integrated end-to-end supply chain. We're the backbone of Kraft Heinz. The people behind the products, delivering the highest quality and value.


Whether you're a seasoned manufacturing veteran or new to the world of plants, there's tons of opportunity for career growth and development.