Job Description

All Posting Locations:

Dover, DE, US

Job Functions:

Manufacturing

Date Published:

February 18, 2025

Ref#:

R-90328

ABOUT THE ROLE

Continuous Improvement Lead

($29.90)
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Dover, DE

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Operations Manager and Continuous Improvement Manager and with the support of management staff, the employee will follow these job descriptions as it relates to the job title. The employee will own results for clean inspect and lube, centerline management system, 5S system, integrity of process data and the Oscar scrap elimination system. This employee will actively participate in annual planning, weekly PDCA meetings, Daily Level 2 meetings.

This employee will lead transformation analysis, center line definition and associated standard development. Develop control strategies to enable operators to respond to out of control situations. Leads root cause problem solving efforts on key chronic losses for the process. Coaches teams on CIL, CLM, 5S, FPQ, and Oscar systems execution. Coaches and develops teams by building problem solving skills within the process.

Working Conditions

40 hours per week/8 hours daily/5 days pers week. Works overtime as required. Flexibility to adjust shift schedule to work with employees on other shifts as required. (Work is indoors, Primary production floor is wet, Secondary locations are occasionally wet, seasonal climate). Must wear following PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): (bump cap/hard hat, safety glasses, slip resistant shoes, ear plugs).

Duties/Responsibilities

Facilitates the line loss analysis (waste elimination and yield improvement) and line throughput improvement plans. Leads transformation analysis and centerline definition and associated standard development. Analysis daily and shift line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities. Participates in internal audit program, food safety committee, and sanitary design team. Spends time on the floor to gather information on stops, centerlines and changeovers over the past 24 hours. Investigates initial root cause of top stops. Begin to develop plan for the day for ownership areas. Attend level 2 meetings. Attend DDS meetings. Discuss top stops and root cause. Establish countermeasures in plan for the day. Ensure centerline completion and compliance. Create countermeasures on any outages. Works with Process Owner, and Maintenance Lead to address sporadic losses. Lead Universal Problem Solving to eliminate chronic losses for the line. Manage centerline and Quality Daily Management Systems. Perform all other duties as assigned by management. Comply with all established GMP, Housekeeping guidelines, Housekeeping responsibilities and QRMP operating procedures. Assist in the implementation of the QRMP program and acts as trainer of new associates. Flexibility to adjust to shifts to work with employees from all shifts as required. AM Step 2 qualified or demonstrate expertise in CIL, Basic Problem Solving (6W, 2H). Willingness to become Centerline Management System qualified within one month. Willingness to become Green Belt qualified within one year. Works overtime as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Frequent standing & walking required. Prolonged periods working on feet and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.

Other requirements

Capable of learning intermediate Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Word, Matrics and ZPI skills. Strong planning/organizational skills and communication skills. Ability to understand and coach management systems including but not limited to CIL, CLM and 5S. Ability to understand and write WINs, SOPs and OPLs. Can effectively lead RCFA events.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma/GED required
About Us
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We're on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We're proud of where we've been - and even more thrilled about where we're headed - as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures - as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we're growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

Office Collaboration & Hybrid Work Environment
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today's workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role's responsibilities and requirements.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com.

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, Recognition, Training Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Dover Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact

NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com

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MANUFACTURING AT KRAFT HEINZ

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Our Manufacturing team is a fully-integrated end-to-end supply chain. We're the backbone of Kraft Heinz. The people behind the products, delivering the highest quality and value.

Whether you're a seasoned manufacturing veteran or new to the world of plants, there's tons of opportunity for career growth and development.