Continuous Improvement Leader | Lean Six Sigma

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

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.