Maintenance Intern

Job Description

Under supervision working for the Maintenance Department located San Diego, CA for the summer months. The selected individual will have the opportunity to work at a manufacturing facility and work directly with the facility’s leadership team supporting our Delimex operation.  Constant assistance in the continuous analysis and improvement of processes and system capabilities, explore many aspects of Manufacturing such a Maintenance & Reliability, Capital Projects. Support improvement projects on safety, quality, costs and productivity.

Maintenance Intern

While day to day activities will be individualized by your leader and Maintenance function, there are scheduled professional development activities to include, but not limited to:

Complete gap analysis of utility asset list for steam, chillers, refrigeration gases, cooling towers, and compressed air. Support operational needs for mandatory quality and safety documentation and paperwork for department operations. Troubleshoot equipment performance issues in accordance with maintenance job classification, maintain and improve integrity and performance of all focus line/s equipment, and complete scheduled work orders Communicate with Maintenance and Production Leadership any maintenance activities required on assigned equipment to ensure optimum line efficiency and product quality Utilizing Maintenance Windows/Scheduled downtime; perform preventive maintenance inspections and corrective work orders on all focus line equipment as assigned by the Maintenance Department to prevent mechanical and/or electrical breakdowns. Participate in the development improvement of a documented 52-week maintenance plan as prescribed in the Playbook and residing in the SAP PM structure. Support on implement improvements using the Breakdown Management process to prevent reoccurring equipment failures Kraft Heinz Management System implementation focus on Maintenance, Reliability and Engineering, Utilities and Good Operational Practices

Reporting

Updates of Key Performance Indicators files assigned, use Lean manufacturing tool to implement assigned project during internship.

Safety

Always ensures a safe and sanitary work environment while following established safety regulations in the performance of all job tasks and reporting any unsafe conditions immediately.

Internal Customer Service

Works with Achieving results is nice but achieving results with the team is simply the best. You’re a team player, which means you’re sometimes a leader, sometimes a follower but always working towards the same common goal together with your teammates.

Qualifications

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required Ability to read, analyze, and interpret company procedures/policies, general business Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees and the general public Ability to effectively communication written and verbal. Ability to multi-task. Professional attitude and behavior. Conduct data analysis using MS Excel Spreadsheets. Preferred:  You are at the end of your bachelor, or in your master’s degree:

Engineering / Electricity / Pneumatic / General Maintenance

Ability to read, write and speak both English and Spanish is preferred.

Quality

Interprets and takes ownership of GMPs and food safety company standards. Participate in the QRMP yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions as needed it.

The preceding functions have been provided as representative of the types of work performed by the employees assigned to this job classification.  Management reserves the right to add, modify change or rescind the work assignments of this and different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

The Maintenance Intern must possess knowledge of and understand the following:

• IT knowledge: strong MS Office skills (great command of Excel and Power Point);
• Preferred knowledge of lean manufacturing tools
• Language knowledge: fluent in English and Spanish

• Preferred:  You are at the end of your bachelor, or in your master’s degree:

Engineering / Electricity / Pneumatic / General Maintenance

The Maintenance Intern must possess the following skills:

• Proactive attitude;
• Networking skills;
• Strong communications and team working skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

• We like to keep it simple. And to execute fast. Your ability to simplify will be highly appreciated, when you provide simple solutions dealing with complex challenges.

• We’re a very data driven company. You know how to translate complex data into a simple solution with your analytical mindset.

The Maintenance Intern must possess the following minimal education and experience:

• Coursework, background, and experiences in area of Engineering, Continuous improvement, lean manufacturing Courses, and business-related classes. 

• EU Working Permit (Orientation Year Visa not included).
• Preferred Yellow belt, green belt certification.

Immediate Supervisor (title): Maintenance Supervisor

Subordinates (titles): none

Other Job Titles Reporting to the Same Immediate Supervisor: None

The Engineering Intern displays the following winning work attributes:

• Treats others with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrates flexibility and openness to change.
• Actively cooperates and encourages cooperation from others.
• Maintains a calm and controlled demeanor, especially in stressful situations.
• Responds resourcefully to change and ambiguity.
• Demonstrates commitment to self improvement.
• Complies with laws and the company’s ethical principles.
• Focuses time and energy on established priorities.
• Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty.
• Takes action and reliably delivers on commitments.
• Allocates time efficiently to meet production goals.
• Effectively balances multiple demands and competing priorities.
• Builds quality into every dimension of work.
• Is accessible and supportive of others.
• Demonstrates awareness of customer needs.

• Strives to achieve quality standards in all work.

• Applies best practices as he/she learns them.
• Is on time at the beginning of work and adheres to breaks and lunch schedules.
• Is thoroughly prepared at the beginning of work.
• Is productive throughout the entire work day or shift.
• Strives to improve his/her job knowledge and job skills.
• Helps others, when help is needed.
• Is a positive team member who supports the company and its initiatives.
•  Actively participates in meetings.
• Maintains a positive attitude and builds positive relationships throughout the plant.
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with vendors and others providing service to the plant.
• Is accurate and attentive to detail.
• Requires minimal supervision.
• Able to multi-task as needed.

• Good communicator.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position works primarily in an office setting and may, on occasion, visit a large, open food production area where there is exposure to dust, gas, or fumes and food odor.  Hearing protection is required throughout the production and packing areas. Lighting is fluorescent.  Floors in the production, packing areas, and warehouse are concrete and sanitized.  They may be wet.  All employees wear protective gear.  Temperatures vary throughout the plant and can be very hot if working near ovens.

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)

Delimex - Hourly

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 [email protected].