Automation / electronics tech

All Posting Locations: Massillon, OH, US

Job Functions: Manufacturing

Date Published: October 29, 2025

Ref#: R-97713

ABOUT THE ROLE

Job Description

Job Summary/Purpose:

• Responsible for the processes relating to electronic systems, instrumentation, PLC’s, and the repair, maintenance and installation of electronic equipment and systems.
• Starting rate – $41.93/hr

Essential Responsibilities

• Participate/support the KHMS process and assist in the development of the system and operational standards and corrective actions.
• Assist in installations of electronic devices throughout the production processes and factory, ensuring conformance to specifications. Problem solving efforts concerning electronic, PLC’s, and instrumentation equipment to minimize failures and downtime.
• Provide assistance to engineering concerning the design and installation of new systems.
• Provides for the proper communication and interface between the factory installations, vendors, and factory IS systems as applicable, utilizing software, servers, modems, etc.
• Responsible for Computerized Maintenance Management and activity scheduling for Production Maintenance.
• Responsible for developing and recommending improvements to equipment, methods, layout, and procedures pertaining to department operations. Reduce chronic problems and optimize performance of existing systems through analysis and implementation of solutions.
• Responsible for keeping costs at a minimum for efficient operation, proper care and economical use of materials. Identify cost reduction improvement opportunities through accurate machine repair history and downtime records.
• Ensure that all work complies with OSHA, the National Electrical Code, and that all work is completed in safe manner and displays good quality workmanship.
• Training and Safety – Provide a safe and healthful work environment for all personnel through consistent support of the company’s Heinz Safety Process. Support safety processes including, but not limited to, hazard identification and elimination, area inspection, job skills, and compliance and safety training/meetings.
• Follows all policies and safety regulations.

• As necessary, other duties and/or projects may be assigned.

Education and Experience

• Two-year certificate from college or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience..

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Working knowledge of personal computers, PLC’s and local IS systems. Particularly Alan Bradley Micro Logic, Slick 500, 5000 Platform as well as Data Highway 485+ and Ethernet.

• Ability to multitask and work in a team oriented fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, presentation and facilitation skills.
• Willingness to grow with the organization.
• Must have the ability to exercise considerable judgment and strategic planning.
• Incumbent must have excellent written and verbal communication skills to deal with both internal and external customers.
• Incumbent must have excellent planning/organization and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify and solve problems.
• Must be able to work flexible hours; days, afternoons, midnights, and weekend work.
• Infrequent travel requirements.
• Detail and process oriented.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Ability to use hands/arms to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Ability to work in all areas of the facility including hot and cold areas, and be exposed to wet and humid conditions.
• Must be able to lift and or move up to 50 lbs or more.
• Must have excellent vision, distant and peripheral, with the ability to identify and distinguish colors, and adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually high, and ear protection is required.
• Work near moving mechanical parts, high and/or confining places and in outside weather conditions.

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)

Massillon – 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] .

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Whether you’re a seasoned manufacturing veteran or new to the world of plants, there’s tons of opportunity for career growth and development.