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Line Mechanic 2nd3rd Shift

Kraft Heinz


Job Location:

Champaign, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 15 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 19 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

Job Description
Compensation Overview:
  • The starting hourly wage for this role is $35.22
  • Shift Premium of $.75/hr on 2nd shift & $1.00/hr on 3rd shift.
  • Hourly Bonus Program
Work Schedule:
2nd Shift 3pm-11:30pm / 3rd Shift 11pm-7:30am
Flexible scheduling 8-hour workday with overtime.
Employees may work weekends and holidays.
Available positions on 2nd or 3rd shifts only.
Plant & Community Overview:
Plant Overview:
The Champaign IL plant is the flagship plant in the Kraft Heinz organization and the largest volume producing plant in North America.
  • Established in 1963
  • Home to 1000 employees 3 8-hour shifts 3 core departments
  • Products made include Kraft macaroni and cheese Miracle Whip Kraft salad dressings and A-1 steak sauce.
  • Community Overview: Welcome to our Champaign IL community!
Job Overview:
Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are amongst over 50 household brands in the is a place for you to create your career and make a difference!
Joining the Champaign team is a great way to grow your skills develop your abilities and delight consumers every day. We are currently seeking energetic and driven individuals to join our team.
Associates will perform equipment maintenance inspection modifications and troubleshooting duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict product safety and quality standards. Interested individuals must be able to work in a fast paced complex environment.
Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Operation of equipment to optimize quality and productivity adjustments change oversee troubleshooting and repairs.
  • Preventative maintenance developing updating and executing the process
  • Equipment overhaul modifications and installations.
  • Able to troubleshoot a fix various manufacturing equipment
  • Training of line associates.
  • Continuous improvement through innovation.
  • Ensure all products being produced meet quality specifications.
  • Execution of basic equipment maintenance cleaning inspection lubricating and adjusting.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned by management.
  • Responsible for wearing proper PPE compliance of safety training policy and procedures and report any unsafe safety conditions to a Supervisor/ Management
  • Exhibits safe work habits and encourages other to work safely
  • Participate in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.
  • Oversee and lead the implementation of the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list.

Qualifications:
  • Able to follow directions and ability to perform tasks from start to finish with minimal supervision
  • Previous experience in manufacturing environment and/or as an a automotive technician preferred.
  • Able to demonstrate mechanical aptitude.
  • Able to safely and effectively operate power tools hands tools and electrical/instrument test equipment.
  • Able to work under a fast-paced work environment and able to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Appropriate time management skills to meet deadlines.
  • Exercises good judgment and decision-making skills bringing up to the supervisor any issues outside of his/her scope of responsibility and control.
  • Able to work flexible schedules when needed.
  • Able to safely work at heights.
  • Safe work habits.
  • Able to use a computer.
  • Maintain an excellent attendance record / adherence to attendance policy.
  • Promotes teamwork.
  • Attention to detail to avoid and/or identify errors.
  • Good organizational skills

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare protection and savingfor the future we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coveragefor 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 aphysical social emotional and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

Youll 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 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability

Location(s)

Champaign 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 .


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For 150 years, we have produced some of the world's most beloved products at The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ: KHC). Our Vision is To Be the Best Food Company, Growing a Better World. We are one of the largest global food and beverage companies, with 2018 net sales of approximately $26 ... View more

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