Refrigeration Mechanic - Apprentice

Job Description Location    Newberry, SC 
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 $27.10/hr.  Annual increases  Incentive bonus eligibility 
Work Schedule    First Shift - 6:00am – 2:30pm (Monday - Friday) or 7:00am – 3:30pm (Monday - Friday)
Job Overview:   The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking an Apprentice Refrigeration Technician to work at our food processing facility in Newberry, SC! Successful candidates must be willing to supply improvements, suggestions, and ideas to help continue the success of our facility. Ideal individuals must be safety and quality orientated along with demonstrate adaptability and willingness to work in a team orientated, fast paced work environment. This position requires troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of plant refrigeration and steam generation equipment, building and supporting facilities. Involvement in the planning and execution of installation, alteration and modification of existing and new equipment.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities     Respond to plant calls relating to refrigeration system processing deficiencies. Perform analysis of equipment operation and production methods to determine problem. Develop and implement solutions to return to proper operation conditions. Develop and implement solutions to reduce and eliminate reoccurring problems in a systematic manner. Investigate plans and execute maintenance work requests in a timely and cost-effective manner. Scope of work includes but is not limited to repair, alteration and design of thermal, electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, chemical and biological systems.       Consults with plant personnel regarding the required or suggested equipment and facility repair and alteration. Prepares mechanical work requests to repair equipment, building and support facilities. Prepares purchase requisitions to procure needed materials for the completion of work requests. Consults with vendors to procure mechanical supplies, troubleshoot equipment problems and improve plant processes. Prepares material disbursement requisitions and enters time into SAP to accurately document costs for the completion of mechanical work requests. Plans and execute preventative maintenance work requests. Updates exist and write new preventative maintenance routines to effectively improve equipment reliability. Performs daily operational checks on refrigeration and steam generation equipment. Performs daily checks on cooler temperatures to ensure compliance with plant program. Performs daily inspection of plant fire protection and compressed air systems. Monitors usage of plant water, gas and electricity. Actively participates in the PSM process and project teams. Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements: Mechanics will spend most of the 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.
Expected Experience & Required Skills   An Associate Degree in Refrigeration (preferred) or 2 years’ experience in Industrial Refrigeration and maintenance experience that will give the individual a well-rounded understanding of the specialized job knowledge as outlined below.
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.