Production Manager

Kraft Heinz; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 104,200 - 130,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription Drug

Dental

Vision

Screenings/Assessments

401k

Life Insurance

Disability

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Wellbeing Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking a Production Manager for the Kendallville plant. The role leads operations, ensures GMP compliance and food safety, and drives productivity, cost control and employee development.

The successful candidate will partner across functions to optimize performance and support continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years in manufacturing with progressive leadership experience, along with strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree strongly preferred.
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.
• Lead the implementation of the QRMP system and operational standards per plant accountability.
• Adhere to Kraft Heinz GMPs, SOPs and specifications to ensure quality and Food Safety.
• Prepare departmental costs and variances for productivity, planning, labor, materials and scheduling.
• Organize production line activities to meet quality, safety, productivity and cost targets.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Suppliers, Engineering, Quality, and Factory staff to improve quality and productivity of products.
• Support safety, problem solving, project planning, vendor and customer relations, fostering teamwork.
• Monitor area practices and policies for compliance.
• Coordinate weekly scheduling of Packaging and Processing areas to optimize productivity.
• Prepare and follow up on reports and records.
• Ensure cross-functional communication with employees, vendors and regulators.
• Monitor productivity data and develop corrective actions to improve productivity.
• Implement safety measures to prevent accidents and ensure hourly employee compliance.
• Report quality defects and determine corrective actions to prevent repeats.
• Contribute to change management and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Assist with supervising production staff including performance management and development.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Quality systems

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Food Technology or related

Job description

Job Description

The Production Manager owns the operations function tasks including planning, organizing, directing and controlling the operation activities. The incumbent will ensure all food preparation and packaging is compliant to the guidelines of Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety regulations. They will also oversee and monitor the performance of the Plant Operations as it relates to quality, safety, productivity, cost control, service to sales, employee training and leadership development.

Key Responsibilities Of The Role

• 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- 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor 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

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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

$104,200.00 - $130,200.00

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)

Kendallville Plant

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.