Powerhouse Operator Job Description

Overview

Under the direction of the Powerhouse Lead, the powerhouse operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable maintenance and monitoring of the steam generating boilers and related equipment, hot water systems, ammonia refrigeration compressors and related equipment, compressed air equipment, plant vacuum pumps and fire alarm system.

Familiarity with basic and advanced hand and power tools including tubing benders, welders, grinders, and sheet metal. Requires maintaining constant compliance of emergency equipment, including the ability to properly wear respiratory equipment (For FIT Test), and maintenance of PPE which requires passing a yearly medical physical. The job expectations are to work from brief verbal as well as moderately complex written instructions.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Utility log rounds and meter readings.
• Operation of Boilers, Ammonia system, Water system, and Compressed air system.
• Facility repairs and maintenance including doors, drains, exhaust fans etc. and PM’s.
• Required to be a HAZWOPER team member.
• Maintain good Housekeeping without direction.
• General Plumbing skills, including PVC, black iron, copper and stainless steel.
• Assist with energy savings and plant improvements.

Skills Required:

• Exhibit good decision-making abilities.
• Must demonstrate effective process knowledge.
• Show listening and approachability skills with teamwork ability.
• Demonstrate leadership capabilities.
• Exhibit effective problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attendance/safety/performance record.
• Good interpersonal/teamwork skills.

Position Qualifications:

• Preferred experience with pipefitting, plumbing, rebuilding pumps, gearboxes, welding, layout and fabrication, and mechanical drawings.
• 2 years’ experience or technical training in the following areas (Refrigeration, Boiler operation, water treatment).
• Must take cardiopulmonary test.
• Good communication/teamwork skills.
• Willing to train on overtime and work holidays.

Working Environments:

• Primarily indoors in both a hot, humid production environment and cold, cooler environment.

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Opportunity to design your own personalized benefit elections (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K) through the Company's flexible benefits programs.
• Opportunity Annual Bonus through our Field Operations Incentive Program.

The Kraft Heinz- Columbia Plant first opened for business in 1985 making Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs.

Welcome to our Columbia Missouri community!

Location(s)

Columbia Plant

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12-hour shift 8pm-8am
• Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and every other Saturday
• Weekends as needed.

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.

Work Location: In person.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Welding Setups for Production
• High School / GED
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• HVAC
• Plumbing

Salary info:

$34.25 - $34.25 / hr