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Perform pilot plant duties in compliance with established policies, safety standards, GMP requirements, and food safety and quality guidelines. The employee must be able to: Execute trial plans by operating machinery and equipment and completing assigned production activities Control process flow and conduct manual process work for packaging and/or less

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Support successful day-to-day execution and completion of production trials Be accountable for on-time trial set-up, tear-down, and routine operation during assigned trials Perform machinery and equipment self-checks and carry out initial troubleshooting during trial execution Complete required trial, production, and related operational documentation Submit maintenance work orders and order materials needed for trial support Support sanitation, swabbing, and related food safety and quality activities as required Communicate workstation needs, project status, and trial issues to pilot plant leaders , developers, and relevant partners Balance multiple work activities and accommodate changes in trial timing or schedule Escalate non-standard process, equipment, or execution issues appropriately Perform other duties as assigned by the Technician Manager, including support across pilot plant areas as needed

Safety Responsibility:

Responsible for wearing proper PPE, compliance of safety training, policy & procedures, and reporting any unsafe safety conditions to management. Responsible for safely operating production equipment and tools required for production.

Quality Responsibility:

Participate in audtis and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.

Equipment Operated:

Fork trucks, power tools, lift assist equipment, production operating equipment and tools acros s pilot plants, and production computer system s .

Responsibility of Equipment Operated:

Responsible for ensuring equipment is in a safe and operable condition and must operate equipment in a safe manner. Lifting Requirements Lifting 5-50 pounds may be required . Employees should use assisted lifting techniques / devices or teamwork for equipment greater than 50 pounds.

Training And Experience:

The employee must have the following required qualifications: High school diploma or GED required 3-7 years of relevant manufacturing, food production, pilot plant, or similar operation environment experience required Basic to intermediate computer skills required Ability to complete production documentation and learn to use required digital systems Ability to work autonomously within standard work, while using judgement to escalate non-standard issues. Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:

$56,800.00

$71,000.

Bonus:

This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

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.

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401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability Location(s) Glenview R&D Center Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.

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