2nd Shift Supervisor

Kraft Heinz; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 38,528 - 54,873; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Program

12 Paid Holidays per Year

Paid vacation – up to 2 weeks in your first year

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401k with company match

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Kendallville, Indiana, is seeking a dedicated employee for quality control and process management. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards in food production while coaching your team and participating in continuous improvements.

The ideal candidate should have a strong drive for results, initiative, and effective communication skills. Benefits include a competitive rate of $33.90/hour, annual bonuses, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing and/or food processing.
• Strong understanding of safety policies and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Follow job descriptions under the Process Owner's direction.
• Coaches and develops teams on various systems.
• Lead root cause problem solving on key losses.

Skills

Initiative-taking

Strong drive for results

Strong planning/organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

SAP

ZPI skills

Job description

Plant Overview

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are a staple in households across the country? Kraft Heinz Kendallville is excited to help you start your career today!

• Non-union plant employing 280 employees across 3 shifts.
• Purchased in 1934 from Breyer’s Ice Cream and began producing caramel in 1935.
• Began producing Marshmallows and Marshmallow Crème in 1961 and Marbits (think dehydrated marshmallows found in cereal) in 1979.
• Kendallville is the sole producer of all our product lines.

Community Overview

• Kendallville is located about 30 minutes north of Fort Wayne and offers a small-town community.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Process Owner and with the support of management staff, the employee will follow these job descriptions as it relates to the job title. The employee will own results for clean inspect and lube, centerline management system, 5S system, integrity of process data and the Oscar scrap elimination system. This employee will actively participate in annual planning, weekly reviews/PDCA meetings, Daily Level 1 and Level 2 meetings.

This employee will assist in development of center line definition and associated standard development. Develop control strategies to enable operators to respond to out-of-control situations. Leads root cause problem solving efforts on key losses in the process. Coach’s teams on CIL, CLM, 5S, and Oscar systems execution. Coaches and develops teams by building critical thinking skills within the process.

Qualifications

• Initiative-taking and strong drive for results.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Able to work in hot/humid conditions as well as areas that may contain starch/dust particles and egg.
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing and/or food processing, quality standards, hygiene, work safety, etc. preferred.
• Prolonged periods working on feet and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Strong planning/organizational and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment with people of varying skills and backgrounds.
• Manage line performance across multiple lines.
• Ensure line staffing needs are met through creating/managing schedules and overtime coverage.
• Improve the capability of your team through coaching and training.
• Ensure that the finished product is always produced at the correct quality in a sustainable manner.
• Ensure all safety and quality procedures are followed daily.
• Drive Continuous Improvement of systems and results.
• Own the team shift plan and support team members as needed.
• Organizes resources and manages flow to work throughout the shift as needed.
• Provides input to employees work plans as needed to ensure their shift develops and delivers as needed.
• Participate in and ensure the team results and needs are captured in all DDS meetings.
• Participates in team daily/weekly/monthly reviews with leadership.
• Meets regularly with individuals being coached to share observations and to identify help needed.
• Actively engage other leaders to identify and eliminate critical barriers to progress.
• Emphasizes implementation of root cause systemic countermeasures to address losses.
• Recognizes and celebrates successes.
• Requests resources for the team/line as needed.
• Lead/facilitate Level 2 meetings.
• Proactively engaged with providing updates to previous and following shifts.
• Communicate all line personnel performance issues with Production Supervisor.
• Drive the improvement of line effectiveness and quality measures.
• Coordinates product changeovers according to production schedule.
• Analyzes downtime and equipment failures. Plans, as well as documents line/process repairs. Prioritize needs with Maintenance Lead.
• Assist in implementing Kraft Heinz Management System.

Other Requirements

• Capable of learning intermediate Microsoft excel, Power point, Word, SAP, and ZPI skills.
• Strong planning/interpersonal skills and communication skills.
• Understanding of requirements and importance of documentation.
• Can understand and write SOPs, OPLs and CIL’s.
• Project ideation, generation, implementation, and project completion.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment with people of varying skills and backgrounds.
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures i.e. (lock-out / tag-out, confined space entry).
• Understanding of requirement and importance of documentation.

Benefits & Compensation Overview

• Annual Bonus Program
• 12 Paid Holidays per Year
• Paid vacation – up to 2 weeks in your first year
• Medical with (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Additional benefits: Paid Parental Leave, Discounted YMCA Membership, Product Purchase Program, Employee Assistance Program
• Starting Pay: 33.90/hour

Work Schedule

• 1st Shift (M-F, 6:00am -3:00pm)
• Daily/Weekly overtime possible

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

Kraft Heinz Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Kraft Heinz Foods Company is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations and adjustments to individuals with disabilities to enable them to participate in the application process and perform the essential functions of the job. If you require an accommodation or adjustment, please contact us to discuss your needs.

Benefits (Detailed)

• 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

Contact

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 [e-mail].