Continuous Improvement Team Leader

Kraft Heinz; Kentucky; On-site; USD 3,725,000 - 4,271,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Short Term Disability

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking a CI Lead (KHMS) in Massillon, OH. The role leads deployment, coaching, and sustainment of KHMS methodologies across the process area to systematically eliminate losses and drive OEE improvement.

The position supports training, health checks, problem-solving, and standard deployment across the 24-hour operation, with day shift scheduling and flexibility to cover all shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• KHMS methodologies: Problem Solving (5Why, 5W-1H), 5S, CIL, Centerline, Defect Handling, Breakdown Elimination.
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and drive adoption of standards at the shop-floor level.
• Strong facilitation and root‑cause analysis skills tied to OEE and loss‑elimination outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Train Operators, Team Leaders, and Maintenance on KHMS Problem Solving and escalation.
• Define 5W-1H triggers from downtime and drive use of 5Why and related tools.
• Review KHMS standards and implement countermeasures to eliminate losses and monitor compliance.
• Train in 5S and establish 5S evaluation checks and audits.
• Support DMS routines and health checks; contribute to Daily Performance Meeting.
• Coach and build capability across Operators, Maintenance, and Team Leaders.

Skills

KHMS problem solving

Training & coaching

Root-cause analysis

OEE improvement

Tools

5Why

5W-1H

Centerlines

Defect Handling

Breakdown Elimination

Job description

Location

Massillon Ohio

Benefits & Compensation Overview

Competitive Health, Vision, and Dental benefitsCompany match 401(k) PlanCompany-paid Short Term Disability benefits.

Pay

The starting hourly wage for this role is $27.04 - $31 per hour.

Work Schedule

Full-time positionMonday - Friday, 1st shift, 6:00am - 2:30pmOT as needed

Position Summary

The CI Lead is a core member of the Process AreaTrio(Process Owner, Maintenance Lead, and CI Lead) within the KHMSTrio Excellence Pathway. The role owns the deployment, coaching, and sustainment of KHMS continuous-improvement methodologies at the process-area level to systematically eliminate losses and drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvement. While the position is scheduled onday shift, the incumbent must be flexible to work and provide coverage acrossall shiftsto support training, health checks, problem-solving, and standard deployment across the 24-hour operation.

Key Responsibilities (KHMS-Aligned)

Problem Solving & Loss Elimination

• Train and coach Operators, Team Leaders, and Maintenance on the KHMS Problem Solving Chapter and the escalation process.
• Define 5W-1H triggers based on Performance Board downtime (e.g., three consecutive hours "red" for the same reason triggers a 5W-1H) and drive use of 5Why, troubleshooting guides, and related tools.
• Continuously review and update KHMS standards, implementing countermeasures (CILs, Centerlines, etc.) to eliminate losses and monitor compliance.

5S & Visual Management

• Train Operators, Team Leaders, and Maintenance in 5S; assign Process Area 5S Champions; and develop/execute a 5S implementation plan across all five categories (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain).
• Establish shiftly 5S evaluation checks, weekly Trio/Team Leader audits, and 5S compliance tracking within the Level 1 and Daily Performance Meeting (DPM/POWR Board).

Daily Management System (DMS) Support

• Support CIL (Clean, Inspect, Lube), Centerline, Defect Handling, and Breakdown Elimination routines, including health checks, and use top-loss analysis from Operational/Daily Performance Meetings to prioritize activities.
• Contribute to the Daily Performance Meeting by supporting identification of root causes of top losses and driving systemic fixes and standard updates.

Coaching & Capability Building

• Provide feedback and retrain the appropriate groups (Operators, Maintenance, Team Leaders) on updated standards, building autonomous ownership of KPIs and improvements at the process-area level.

Working Relationships

Works cross-functionally with the entire plant - CI Manager, Plant Manager, Trios, Functional Managers, Plant/Line 5S Champions, Team Leaders, Operators, and Maintenance Technicians.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Working knowledge of KHMS methodologies: Problem Solving (5Why, 5W-1H), 5S, CIL, Centerline, Defect Handling, and Breakdown Elimination.
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and drive adoption of standards at the shop-floor level.
• Strong facilitation and root‑cause analysis skills tied to OEE and loss‑elimination outcomes.

Shift & Physical Requirements

• Primary schedule isday shift; must be available and willing to workall shifts(including off‑shifts and weekends as needed) to deliver training, conduct health checks, and support problem‑solving across the full operation.
• Manufacturing plant‑floor environment requiring Gemba presence, walking/standing, and adherence to all safety and food‑safety standards.

Benefits

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and savingfor the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing

• 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)

Massillon - Hourly

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].