Manufacturing Process Improvement Lead - 1st Shift

Kraft Heinz; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Garland, Texas is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead to drive safety, quality, efficiency and waste reduction across the facility. You will work with production associates, line leadership and support teams to identify losses and promote CI tools.

This hourly manufacturing position on 1st Shift requires advanced Excel skills, strong data analysis and the ability to coach teams. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• At least one year of production or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn plant systems and CI reporting tools.
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and communicate operational data.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to coach others and influence improvements without direct supervisory authority.
• Adaptability and willingness to support changing operational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production processes and identify opportunities to reduce waste, rework, downtime, and operational losses.
• Coordinate and track rework activities to maximize product recovery and minimize waste.
• Partner with Housekeepers and production teams to identify, document, and report causes of waste.
• Maintain and analyze continuous improvement data using Excel and other available reporting tools.
• Enforce and track the use of CI tools, including CI iPads, CIL documentation, defect tags, and the overfill tracking tool.
• Conduct 5S audits each shift and partner with the appropriate teams to resolve identified issues.
• Communicate trends, findings, and improvement opportunities to the CI Supervisor and plant leadership.
• Support problem-solving activities and follow up on assigned corrective actions.
• Coach and motivate production employees to participate in continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Complete additional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor or manager.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Problem solving

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Tools

CI reporting tools

CI iPads

CIL documentation

Job description

Kraft Heinz in Garland, Texas is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead to drive safety, quality, efficiency and waste reduction across the facility. You will work with production associates, line leadership and support teams to identify losses and promote CI tools.

This hourly manufacturing position on 1st Shift requires advanced Excel skills, strong data analysis and the ability to coach teams. Overtime and weekend work may be required.