Continuous Improvement Lead

Kraft Heinz Company; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz Company in Lowville, NY is seeking a production supervisor focused on continuous improvement. You will own results for clean inspect and lube, centerline management, 5S, and Oscar scrap elimination, and lead daily PDCA and Level 2 meetings.

You will develop countermeasures, coach teams in CIL, CLM, and SAP-based tooling, participate in audits, safety, and QA, and be flexible to work all shifts, including overtime.

Qualifications

• A High school diploma is the minimum educational requirement for this role.
• Qualifications to be considered include attendance, prior experience and/or education and past job performance.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates line loss analysis and throughput improvement plans.
• Leads transformation analysis and centerline definition and standard development.
• Analyzes daily and shift line data to identify loss elimination opportunities.
• Participates in internal audits, food safety committee, and sanitary design team.
• Gathers information on stops, centerlines and changeovers from the floor.
• Investigates initial root causes of top stops and develops daily plans for ownership areas.
• Attends Level 2 and DDS meetings; discusses top stops and root causes.
• Establishes countermeasures for outages and ensures centerline completion.
• Collaborates with Process Owner and Maintenance Lead to address sporadic losses.
• Leads universal problem solving to eliminate chronic losses; manages centerline and QDM systems.
• Complies with GMP, housekeeping and QRMP SOPs; assists in QRMP implementation and trains new associates.
• Flexibility to work across shifts and pursue Centerline Management System and Green Belt qualifications.

Skills

Strong communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description Job Overview

Under the direction of the Area Production Manager and Continuous Improvement Manager 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 PDCA meetings, Daily Level 2 meetings. This employee will lead transformation analysis, 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 chronic losses for the process. Coaches teams on CIL, CLM, 5S, FPQ, and Oscar systems execution. Coaches and develops teams by building problem solving skills within the process.

Role and Responsibilities

Facilitates the line loss analysis (waste elimination and yield improvement) and line throughput improvement plans. Leads transformation analysis and centerline definition and associated standard development. Analysis daily and shift line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities. Participates in internal audit program, food safety committee, and sanitary design team. Spends time on the floor to gather information on stops, centerlines and changeovers over the past 24 hours. Investigates initial root cause of top stops. Begin to develop plan for the day for ownership areas. Attend level 2 meetings. Attend DDS meetings. Discuss top stops and root cause. Establish countermeasures in plan for the day. Ensure centerline completion and compliance. Create countermeasures on any outages. Works with Process Owner, and Maintenance Lead to address sporadic losses. Lead Universal Problem Solving to eliminate chronic losses for the line. Manage centerline and Quality Daily Management Systems. Perform all other duties as assigned by management. Comply with all established GMP, Housekeeping guidelines, Housekeeping responsibilities and QRMP operating procedures. Assist in the implementation of the QRMP program and acts as trainer of new associates. Flexibility to adjust to shifts to work with employees from all shifts as required. AM Step 2 qualified or demonstrate expertise in CIL, Basic Problem Solving (6W, 2H). Capable of learning intermediate Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Word, Matrix and ZPI skills. Strong planning/organizational skills and communication skills. Ability to understand and coach management systems including but not limited to CIL, CLM and 5S. Ability to understand and write WINs, SOPs and OPLs. Can effectively lead RCFA events. Flexibility to adjust shift schedule to work with employees on other shifts as required. Willingness to become Centerline Management System qualified within one month. Willingness to become Green Belt qualified within one year. Works overtime as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned. Sanitation Will ensure that the equipment and machinery he/she works with is cleaned and sanitized according to the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program rules explained at the beginning of the employment and during refresher sessions. Quality Assurance: Ensures all products manufactured comply with the Quality Assurance Program and policies reviewed during the on the job training applicable to this specific operation function. Safety: Will follow instructions delivered during the training that explained the fundamentals of the Kraft Heinz Safety Process and will keep himself/herself and others away from harm while performing his/her duties. Will adhere to LOTO policy and procedures.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

A Minimum of a High school diploma. Qualifications to be considered for this position include: attendance, prior experience and/or education and past job performance.

Preferred Skills

Must have strong communication skills, computer skills, and plant maintenance SAP skills.

Additional Notes

Weekend, overtime, and holiday work will be required. Flexibility to adjust shift schedule to work with employees on other shifts as required. Work is indoors, Primary production floor is wet, Secondary locations are occasionally wet, seasonal climate. Work on all shifts expected, Weekend and Holiday work will be required. Schedule is based on a 7 day/week production; therefore, workdays may fluctuate from week to week based on production.

Rate of Pay

$28.58-33.23

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)

Lowville Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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].

ABOUT US

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

WHY US

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

INCLUSION MATTERS TO US

Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.