SBM Materials & Logistics Coordinator

Kraft Heinz; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kraft Heinz is seeking an SBM Materials & Logistics Coordinator for their Glenview, IL facility. This role entails overseeing ordering and storage of raw ingredients, managing logistics and inventory systems, and ensuring safety and compliance within operations. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree and have 2-5 years of relevant experience in supply chain or logistics.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus

Affordable healthcare coverage

Paid Time Off

401k retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, warehousing, or distribution.
• Working knowledge of financial and budgetary management.
• Experience with computer inventory management systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage materials and logistics functions effectively.
• Manage inventory compliance and timely reporting.
• Oversee safety and training processes for the team.

Skills

Inventory Management

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Inventory Management Systems

Microsoft Excel

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Job Description

Under the direction and supervision of the SBM Program Lead, the SBM Materials & Logistics Coordinator is responsible for ordering, supplying, receipt, storage, and handling of all raw ingredients and packaging supplies purchased for the plant and for receipt and shipment to the distribution center of all finished goods produced at the facility. Further, this role will utilize inventory management systems and support scoping new ways of working as our site grows. This candidate is a liaison between R&D developers, Quality Manager, and the R&D pilot plant and SBM teams.

Job Description

Job Description

Under the direction and supervision of the SBM Program Lead, the SBM Materials & Logistics Coordinator is responsible for ordering, supplying, receipt, storage, and handling of all raw ingredients and packaging supplies purchased for the plant and for receipt and shipment to the distribution center of all finished goods produced at the facility. Further, this role will utilize inventory management systems and support scoping new ways of working as our site grows. This candidate is a liaison between R&D developers, Quality Manager, and the R&D pilot plant and SBM teams.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage materials and logistics functions effectively
• Manage inventory (timely, compliance with KHMS policies, timely reporting, Fifo rotation).
• Manage shipping and receiving communications and processes.
• Assure accurate and timely computer system data entry (WASP).
• Assure accurate shipping, receiving, and production records.
• Assist with hold, release, and recall procedures to assure customer safety in conjunction with Quality
• Direct activities to assure that storage requirements for ingredients and finished goods are met.
• Assure team safety, training, motivation and effectiveness.
• Develop, implement and monitor SBM goals.
• Support development and management of project and department budgets.
• Assume all safety, quality, system, and lift truck certification and training.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and sanitation.
• Coordinates and expedites flow of materials for planned production.
• Provide leadership for facility by active involvement on team meetings and other projects as required. Provide input into the long-range planning of the facility.
• Make effective decisions impacting department, factory budgets, and personnel. Individual also may be required to make decisions impacting Company business and outside agencies or companies, such as USDA, purchasing contracts, product hold/recall, etc.
• Administer department and Company policies and procedures as part of the factory management staff.
• Financial Controls and Budgeting Responsible for providing leadership and guidance during budget building with constant emphasis on practical business and financial responsibility.
• Interprets company policies to workers and enforces policies and safety regulations.
• Human resource responsibilities could include departmental interviewing/evaluating/hiring prospective employees, goal setting, performance evaluation, employee relations, consistent administration of policies and procedures, training, recognition, and 3rd party quality compliance support.
• Training and Safety – Provide a safe and healthful work environment for all personnel through consistent support of the company’s Kraft Heinz Safety Process. Oversee safety processes including, but not limited to, goal setting, hazard recognition, and elimination, administration of safety procedures and corresponding corrective action, area inspection, job skills, and compliance training, accident investigation and safety meetings.
• Partner and communicate closely with R&D, including pilot plant manager, pilot plant technicians, developers, engineers, and maintenance on critical work needs.
• Expected to have good trouble shooting, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Cultivate leadership to all employees on strict adherence to safety and GMP procedures.
• Ability to meet standard or above standard in all performance standards volume of work, quality of work, safety, attendance, managing relationships at work, sense of responsibility, sanitation/work area organization.
  
  
  

Safety Responsibility

Responsible for wearing proper PPE, compliance of safety training, policy & procedures, and reporting any unsafe safety conditions to management. Responsible for safely operating any production equipment and tools.

Quality Responsibility

Participate in any internal and external quality audits and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.



Equipment Operated

Lift assist equipment, production operating equipment and tools across pilot plants as necessary, and production computer systems.

Responsibility of Equipment Operated

Responsible for ensuring equipment and tools are in a safe and operable condition and must operate equipment and tools in a safe manner.

Physical Demands

Frequent activity; upright stance, keyboard or text input. Combination of sedentary activity and activity in production areas requiring force or movement. Lifting of up to 5-50 pounds may be required. Employees should use assisted lifting techniques / devices or teamwork for equipment greater than 50 pounds.

Schedule

The work schedule is a core Monday-Friday first shift. Weekend/off hours as business needs arise.

Experience And Required Skills

The employee must have the experience required in the qualifications above.

• Bachelors level degree is highly preferred
• 2-5 year of experience in supply chain, logistical, warehousing, or distribution is required
• Working knowledge of financial and budgetary experience
• Computer inventory management systems experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask and work in a team oriented fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational planning, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Must have the ability to exercise judgement and strategic planning.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills to deal with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to identify and solve problems.
• Knowledge in HACCP, Sanitation, and Quality Systems preferred.
• Understand and align with government regulations relating to OSHA, FDA, UDA, and EPA.
• Computer Skills
• Must have the ability to learn computer and purchase order system requirements as system progresses or applications change.
• Ability to use spreadsheets, databases (e.g. Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and analytical tools
  
  
  

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.

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.

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)

Glenview R&D Center

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services, Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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