Production Manager

Kraft Heinz; Fremont (OH); On-site; USD 121,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

401(k)

Flexible work arrangements

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Kraft Heinz's Fremont Factory is seeking a hands-on production planning and manufacturing professional to direct the development and control of the production plan, aligning it with sales volume, distribution, and capacity.

You will collaborate across Product Development, Suppliers, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to improve quality, productivity, and cost efficiency, while ensuring GMP and SOP adherence and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Experience implementing GMP and SOPs within a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to analyze production metrics and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong coordination skills across product development, engineering, quality, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage development and control of the production plan to meet sales and capacity.
• Oversee QRMP audit activities and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure product quality and food safety through GMPs, SOPs, and Kraft Heinz specifications.
• Prepare departmental costs, variances, and planning related to productivity and scheduling.
• Facilitate production line activities to meet quality, safety, and cost targets.
• Collaborate with suppliers, engineering and production teams to improve quality and productivity.
• Support safety initiatives and employee development, monitoring area practices for compliance.
• Coordinate weekly scheduling for Packaging and Processing to optimize productivity.
• Maintain records and reports, ensuring clear cross-functional communication.

Skills

Production planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Direct and manage the development and control of the production plan by adapting it to the sales volume, distribution, and capacity of production. Propose inventory levels of materials and finished products in order to meet sales demands and production capacity.

Job Description

• Participate in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions
• Oversee and lead the implementation of the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list
• Adhere to Kraft Heinz quality standards to ensure product quality and Food Safety by following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and Kraft Heinz specifications
• Prepare departmental costs and variances with regard to productivity, short and long-range planning, labor scheduling, product scheduling, raw materials, packaging supplies, product weights, sanitation and housekeeping
• Organize and facilitate production line activities to ensure conformance to establish requirements regarding quality, safety, employee-relationships, productivity and cost scheduled volume outputs
• Work with Product Development, Suppliers, Engineering, Quality, and Factory Employees in finding innovative ways to improve the Quality and productivity of our Products.
• Support Employee involvement in Safety, Analytical Problem Solving, Project Planning, Vendor and Customer Relations, fostering a Team atmosphere.
• Monitor and update all area practices and policies for compliance.
• Work with Product Supply Group in weekly scheduling of the Packaging and Processing Area to optimize productivity.
• Prepare, distribute, and follow-up with regard to all established records, reports and/or forms
• Ensure strong, effective communication across functions and with employees, vendors and government regulators
• Monitor productivity data and help develop corrective action plans necessary to achieve annual productivity improvements
• Implement safety measures for accident prevention through monthly departmental safety meetings and working with salaried Supervisors to ensure hourly employee compliance
• Report on quality defect issues and help determine necessary corrective actions to eliminate repetitive failures
• Embrace the KHGPS principles necessary to accomplish these objectives and support the change management techniques to develop the culture of continuous improvement and engagement.
• Assist with the supervision of the Production staff including but not limited to performance management and employee development, etc.

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range

$120,800.00 - $151,000.00

Bonus

This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors

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.

Benefits

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Fremont Factory

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.