Project Engineer Assistant
- Location
- Columbia, MO
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Job Description Principal Functions:
- Work together with Project Engineer, Engineering on AOP “Accounting Operational Plan” Capital projects, and LRP “Long Range Plan” projects.
- Develop scope of work, and project details to include Employee Safety, Food Quality, Financials and ROI models.
- Collaborating with Factory package owners (Replacement, Quality, Regulatory/Safety and Continuous Improvement) to develop projects and master plan.
- Ensure proper training of in-house technicians and operations personnel for each new system installed as a capital project.
- Provide assistance and expertise to engineering concerning the design and installation of new systems.
- Work with the Project Engineer to provide proper communication and interface between the factory installations, vendors, and factory IS systems as applicable, utilizing software, servers, modems, etc.
- Responsible for communicating to the Maintenance Manager and Planners spare parts list for new project set-up as well as capturing storeroom items that need to be removed following project execution.
- Responsible for communicating to the Maintenance Manager and Planners suggested preventive maintenance for equipment being installed by a capital project.
- Responsible for keeping costs at a minimum for efficient operation, proper care and economical use of materials, efficient distribution of workforce.
- Learn and follow KHMS process for engineering (Capital AOP Plan Development, Project Execution and Lessons Learned, Project plan and gain approval).
- Coordinate with plant ammonia team (PSM coordinator) on all mechanical integrity and related ammonia projects to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Participate and advance in the Pay For Knowledge Program.
- As necessary, other duties and/or projects may be assigned.
Skills Required:
- Microsoft Office Suites (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Project scheduling software (Microsoft Project)
- Auto-CAD for drawing updates
- Communication to coordinate with plant personnel and contractors to ensure project completion
- Detail oriented – Project Management documentation including generation of meeting, RAILs, follow-up emails, etc.
- Critical thinking – develop efficient/cost effective solutions for project development and implementation.
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) Columbia 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com .
From U001 Kraft Heinz Food Company Company's careers page (Workday), checked 30 Oct 2026.
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Posted 29 Sept 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job