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Kraft Heinz

Continuous Improvement Manager

Kraft Heinz, Avon, New York, United States

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Kraft Heinz . The Continuous Improvement Manager will provide a full range of productivity services to Operations and direct cost reduction programs for the facility including leading lean events, implementing the Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) throughout the facility, developing and measuring facility systems and delivering continuous improvement training programs. The role will act as a coach for KHMS, lead the Site Steering Committee, work closely with the KHMS Task Force, and provide direct support and coaching to front line managers and supervisors.

Key Responsibilities

Continuous Development of the productivity decks

Generate cost reduction opportunities and implement process improvement to reduce manufacturing costs

Coordinate major initiatives across Supply Chain to insure optimum cost

Implement and train MOS & Lean / Six Sigma processes to plant location personnel

Participate in QRMP yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions

Assist with the implementation of the QRMP system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list to achieve targeted RCR

Share and implement best practice initiatives across Supply Chain

Coordinate the progression of KHMS using TRACC as a tool

Develop and maintain performance (KPI) visuals

Ownership of the Priority One system; responsible to ensure all users are trained and all projects are current

Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and tracking system (where needed)

Develop a waste analysis for all linesLead and coordinate 5S initiatives plant-wide

Develop and manage the department’s operating budget

Manage and evaluate the Continuous Improvement staff including performance management and employee development

Partner with business leaders on implementation of process improvement (Six Sigma / Lean)

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; preferably in Industrial Engineering or related discipline

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment required

2+ years leading CI projects or transformation projects required

Black Belt Certification preferred; Green Belt Certification required

Demonstrated experience overcoming obstacles to meet project timelines and cost initiatives

Creativeness and desire to think outside the box to drive productivity

Ability to communicate and manage multiple tasks

Working knowledge of enterprise business principles and practices

Presentation Skills

Mentoring & coaching skills

Compensation & Benefits New Hire Base Salary Range: $88,000 - $110,000.

Bonus: Eligible for a performance-based bonus as per plan terms.

Benefits: Coverage for employees and eligible dependents through healthcare, protection, and savings plans. Details available per terms.

Wellbeing: Events, resources, and learning opportunities for physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being.

Location: Avon Plant.

Job Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Manufacturing

Equal Opportunity Employer Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. For accommodations, contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.

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