Continuous Improvement Engineer

Kraft Heinz; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 77,800 - 97,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is looking for a Continuous Improvement Engineer at our Dover Plant. This role is vital in realizing next-generation manufacturing, focusing on processes that boost productivity and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in a manufacturing environment and will work closely with various teams to drive improvements, leveraging tools such as Lean and Six Sigma.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits aimed at promoting your wellbeing and success.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment with GMP standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with a strong drive for results.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety as a value in the workplace.
• Analyze factory losses and understand causes.
• Design solutions to eliminate losses.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SQL

AutoCAD

MiniTab

Job description

A specialist in the field of Business Performance and Process Transformation. Knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with an in-depth understanding of a specific area. Independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the role.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Continuous Improvement Manager, the Continuous Improvement Engineer will be key to realizing the next generation of manufacturing at the Kraft Heinz Dover Factory. Using tools such as loss analysis, technical problem solving, Lean / Six Sigma, project management, principles of engineering design, and others, this role will deliver productivity and efficiency targets through tangible and cultural improvement, both incremental and transformational.

Job Responsibilities

• Promote safety as a value and way of working in personal conduct and engagement with employees and contractors across the facility.
• Analyze and understand factory losses including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), yield, labor productivity, utilities, and solid waste, using a variety of available data sources.
• Design and deploy solutions to eliminate losses, meet factory productivity goals, and improve processes for the benefit of employees, customers, and consumers.
• Work with cross-functional teams to understand loss-drivers and develop effective solutions to eliminate losses.
• Create project packages and project documentation in accordance with ePMO and capex governance for projects which require capital to execute.
• Manage project stakeholders and project compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety & Quality (FSQ), The Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS), and all applicable regulations and governance.
• Coach and support CI leads and Process Owners to build their skills surrounding data analysis and problem solving.
• Contribute to the factory productivity pipeline and maintain the site AAP (Annual Action Plan) and governance routines.
• Support execution of 90-day plans throughout the factory.
• Execute process capability and improvement studies.
• Conduct process flow mapping and line speed analysis to ensure new and existing equipment is configured to run to its maximum efficiency.
• Develop existing and new digital systems to bring visibility to performance and losses across the factory.
• Partake in the development and execution of the factory strategy, specifically related to process and manufacturing methods and technology.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required to achieve team and factory goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with GMP in food or pharmaceutical manufacturing or similar quality standards.
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills, communication, problem solving, stakeholder management, decision-making capability, project planning and coordination.
• Self-motivated and able to motivate others, strong drive for results.
• Proficient in computer applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint; SQL, RSLogix, AutoCad, MiniTab, and other specialized computer skillsets highly considered.
• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other engineering course of study preferred but not required.
• Lift 50 pounds.
• Able to work in areas that contain dust.
• Able to work in hot and humid conditions.
• Must be able to work overtime or be flexible in schedule as needed.

New Hire Base Salary Range

$77,800.00 - $97,300.00

Bonus

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

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 Overview

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)

Dover Plant

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.