Production Manager

heinz; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Jacksonville is seeking a leader to participate in QRMP audits and help develop corrective actions. You will oversee QRMP implementation and drive KHMS across operations by monitoring performance and leading action plans to improve safety, quality, delivery and cost results.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in business, Food Technology or related field and at least 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience; Lean Six Sigma is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Food Technology, or related field required.
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing required.
• Lean Six Sigma experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in QRMP audit and assist in procedures and corrective actions.
• Oversee and lead QRMP system implementation and standards per plant accountability list.
• Drive KHMS across the operation by monitoring performance and leading corrective actions.
• Adhere to Kraft Heinz GMPs, SOPs and specifications to ensure quality and food safety.
• Prepare departmental costs and variances for productivity, scheduling and materials.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

GMP/SOP compliance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, Food Technology, or related degree

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.

Drive KHMS across the operation by monitoring performance, identifying gaps, and leading actions that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost results.

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 established requirements regarding quality, safety, employee- relations, 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.

Familiar with maintenance strategies and OEE improvement process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, Food Technology, or related degree is strongly preferred
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is required
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is required
• Lean Six Sigma Experience preferred

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's 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.

• 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)
HPC - Jacksonville 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.