Quality Manager

Kraft Heinz; Mason City (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking a Quality Manager for the Mason City Plant to lead the Quality Chain Management System, driving zero defects from raw materials to finished goods in a food-safe environment.

You will manage plant quality labs, ensure compliance with US regulatory standards, develop KPIs, coach teams, and oversee budgeting and talent development. This role involves day shifts with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• CQE experience and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of USDA/FDA regulatory requirements and food safety.
• Experience with DMAIC/DFSS, Lean, metrology, MSA.

Responsibilities

• Implement and assure compliance to Food Safety, Regulatory and Quality policies.
• Lead QRMP implementation and plant quality policies.
• Ensure USDA and FDA regulations are met at the site.
• Maintain robust food safety programs (HACCP, sanitation, GMP, traceability).
• Develop plant Quality KPIs and scorecards.
• Audit quality systems and ensure documentation supports compliance.

Skills

CQE experience

Food Safety

Statistics

HACCP knowledge

Job description

Job Purpose

The Quality Manager is responsible for the implementation and execution of the Kraft Heinz Quality Chain Management System at the plant level, including distribution and local storage sites.It controls all products and processes in the plant, through strict adherence to policies, specifications, and standards.It utilizes methods, tools, and procedures to deliver zero defects from incoming raw materials to outgoing finished goods in a food safe environment. The position ensures that facility personnel are properly resourced and trained to execute their quality responsibilities efficiently and effectively.It leads Continuous Improvement of conformance quality and best in class cost of quality by utilizing L6S tools.The position has significant managerial responsibilities, including hiring and developing talent as well as budget management.

The Quality Manager is responsible for the implementation and execution of the Kraft Heinz Quality Chain Management System at the plant level, including distribution and local storage sites.It controls all products and processes in the plant, through strict adherence to policies, specifications, and standards.It utilizes methods, tools, and procedures to deliver zero defects from incoming raw materials to outgoing finished goods in a food safe environment. The position ensures that facility personnel are properly resourced and trained to execute their quality responsibilities efficiently and effectively.It leads Continuous Improvement of conformance quality and best in class cost of quality by utilizing L6S tools.The position has significant managerial responsibilities, including hiring and developing talent as well as budget management.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Implement and assure compliance to all Food Safety, Regulatory, and Quality policies
• Lead implementation of Kraft Heinz Quality Risk Management Program (QRMP) and associated policies at plant site
• Ensure USDA and FDA regulations and respective plant programs are in compliance.
• Maintain robust food safety program (e.g.QRMP, HACCP, sanitation, pest control, GMP, traceability)
• Ensure implementation of and compliance to Sanitation policies, programs, and procedures
• Ensure compliance /audit readiness – review all quality systems and policies annually
• Act as primary interface with regulatory agency representatives at the facility
• Develop plant Quality KPIs and scorecard
• Review quality management system metrics with the plant leadership team and BU Quality on a monthly basis
• Ensure appropriate documentation in place to support compliance to policies and procedures
• Manage plant quality labs to ensure all methods, equipment and measurements meet gauge reliability and repeatability (R&R) standards in both the laboratory and all plant processes
• Ensure standard work through development of work documentation and training to standards
• Audit results – no majors, no repeat majors
• FSSC certification

Expected Experience & Required Skills

• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with factory peer teams and hourly associates CQE experience
• Food Safety and USDA Regulatory requirements
• Fundamental statistics (DMAIC Process/DFSS/Lean/metrology/MSA/sampling procedures)
• HACCP certified preferred
• Sanitation knowledge
• Development of quality knowledgefor all plant employees; coaching, guidance, role model quality standards

Work Environment & Schedule

Manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment Additionally, this is a Day Shift role, but this role requires shifts, weekends, and all required overtime as needed.

Physical Requirements

Physical demands

include but not limited to Frequent – activity or conditions sustained 1/3 to 2/3 of working hours; Upright stance, keyboard or text input; Sedentary – occasionally exerting 0 – 10 lbs. of force, limited movement from workstation for brief periods of time.

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

$89,800.00 - $112,200.00

Bonus

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

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

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• 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)

Mason City 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.