CI Manager

Kraft Heinz; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k

Paid time off

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking an Continuous Improvement Manager in Cedar Rapids to lead productivity initiatives across Operations and drive cost reductions through Lean and Six Sigma programs. You will coach frontline leaders, implement KHMS, and develop KPI visuals to support data-driven improvements.

The role requires 3–5 years of operations experience in manufacturing, with a Black Belt ideally and Green Belt certification. A bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related preferred.
• 3-5 years of operations experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• 2+ years CI leading CI projects or transformation projects required.
• Black Belt Certification preferred; Green Belt Certification required.
• Demonstrated ability to overcome obstacles to meet timelines and cost initiatives.
• Strong communication and mentoring/coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop productivity decks and annual action plan.
• Generate cost reduction opportunities and improve manufacturing costs.
• Coordinate cross-functional supply chain initiatives across purchasing, distribution, manufacturing, R&D, packaging and engineering.
• Implement MOS & Lean / Six Sigma processes for factory personnel.
• Participate in audits and develop procedures and corrective actions as owner of standards.
• Share and implement best practices across Supply Chain.
• Develop and maintain KPI visuals and dashboards.
• Lead KHMS rollout and ensure training for all users.
• Manage department budget and CI staff performance.

Skills

Lean / Six Sigma

Coaching

Presentation Skills

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related

Black Belt Certification

Green Belt Certification

Job description

Job Description

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 Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) throughout the facility, developing and measuring facility systems and developing and delivering continuous improvement training programs for the facility. Direction in disciplines of best business practices including, but not limited to, yield improvement, manpower utilization, overhead spend, capital utilization, indirect spend, factory utilization and efficiency, working capital both raw material and finished goods. This role will act as a coach for the KHMS as well as working directly with site Pillar Owners, helping to implement KHMS. This person will work closely with the KHMS Task Force to drive greater utilization of processes and procedures and higher proficiency in the changes impacting employees in the organization such that business results are achieved. This person will provide direct support and coaching to front line managers, supervisors and team leaders as they help their direct reports understand and adopt KHMS.

Key Responsibilities Of The Role

• Continuous Development of the productivity decks
• Generate cost reduction opportunities and implement process improvement to reduce manufacturing costs including building out the annual action plan (AAP)
• Coordinate major initiatives across Supply Chain to insure optimum cost. This coordination will include, but not be limited to, purchasing, distribution, manufacturing, research & development, packaging and engineering
• Implement and train MOS & Lean / Six Sigma processes to factory location personnel
• Participate in audits and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions as owner of standards
• Share and implement best practice initiatives across Supply Chain
• Coordinate the progression of KHMS
• Develop and maintain performance (KPI) visuals
• Ownership of the digital tools for the factory; responsible for ensuring all users are trained
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and tracking system (where needed)
• Develop a waste analysis for all lines
• Lead and coordinate 5S initiatives factory-wide
• Develop and manage the department’s operating budget
• Manage and evaluate the Continuous Improvement staff including but not limited to performance management and employee development, etc.
• Partner with business leaders on implementation of process improvement (Six Sigma / Lean)
• Other duties as assigned to assist the factory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred; Preferably in Industrial Engineering or related discipline
• 3-5 years of operations experience in a manufacturing environment is required
• 2+ years CI leading CI projects or transformation projects required
• Black Belt Certification preferred; Green Belt Certification required
• Demonstrated experience overcoming the inevitable problems and obstacles that surface to meet project timelines and cost initiatives
• Creativeness and desire not to be bound by past solutions and to think outside the box to drive productivity throughout the organization
• Ability to communicate and deal with a range of responsibilities is critical while managing multiple tasks
• Working knowledge of enterprise business principles and practices
• Presentation Skills
• Mentoring & coaching skills

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz’ strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range

$89,800.00 - $112,200.00

Bonus

This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

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.

Benefits

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, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Quality Chef - Cedar Rapids

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.