Plant Shift Lead: Ops, Problem-Solving & Safety

Kraft Heinz Company; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellbeing programs

401k

Paid time off

Training

Job summary

Kraft Heinz Company in Granite City, IL seeks a Capri Secondary Lead to coordinate daily department activities, lead problem solving, and ensure coverage and safety compliance. You will train staff on equipment, support process changes, and uphold KHMS initiatives across shifts.

The role emphasizes leadership, quality, and safe operations within a high-output plant environment, with a focus on continuous improvement and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team-management abilities.
• Proven problem-solving skills in a production setting.
• Excellent communication across shifts and departments.
• Experience with GMP/HACCP and safety guidelines preferable.
• Willingness to learn and cross-train across department duties.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities of the department to meet goals.
• Coordinate routine production problem solving and 5S/CL/CIL audits.
• Relieve staff as needed and ensure proper coverage.
• Oversee sanitation, maintenance, and record-keeping tasks.
• Train associates on equipment and process changes.
• Support KHMS initiatives and safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

Safety awareness

GMP experience

Tools

ZPI

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kraft Heinz Company in Granite City, IL seeks a Capri Secondary Lead to coordinate daily department activities, lead problem solving, and ensure coverage and safety compliance. You will train staff on equipment, support process changes, and uphold KHMS initiatives across shifts.

The role emphasizes leadership, quality, and safe operations within a high-output plant environment, with a focus on continuous improvement and teamwork.