Continuous Improvement Manager
Role Overview
The Continuous Improvement Manager will provide a full range of productivity services to Operations and direct cost reduction programs for the facility including leading lean events, implementing Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) throughout the facility, developing and measuring facility systems and developing and delivering continuous improvement training programs for the facility. Direction in disciplines of best business practices including, but not limited to, yield improvement, manpower utilization, overhead spend, capital utilization, indirect spend, plant utilization and efficiency, working capital both raw material and finished goods. This role will act as a coach for the KHMS as well as leading the Site Steering Committee helping to implement KHMS. This person will work closely with the KHMS Task Force to drive greater utilization of processes and procedures and higher proficiency on the changes impacting employees in the organization such that business results are achieved. This person will provide direct support and coaching to front line managers, supervisors and team leaders as they help their direct reports understand and adopt KHMS.
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Job Description
The Continuous Improvement Manager will provide a full range of productivity services to Operations and direct cost reduction programs for the facility including leading lean events, implementing Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) throughout the facility, developing and measuring facility systems and developing and delivering continuous improvement training programs for the facility. Direction in disciplines of best business practices including, but not limited to, yield improvement, manpower utilization, overhead spend, capital utilization, indirect spend, plant utilization and efficiency, working capital both raw material and finished goods. This role will act as a coach for the KHMS as well as leading the Site Steering Committee helping to implement KHMS. This person will work closely with the KHMS Task Force to drive greater utilization of processes and procedures and higher proficiency on the changes impacting employees in the organization such that business results are achieved. This person will provide direct support and coaching to front line managers, supervisors and team leaders as they help their direct reports understand and adopt KHMS.
Key Responsibilities of the Role
Continuous Development of the productivity decks
Generate cost reduction opportunities and implement process improvement to reduce manufacturing costs
Coordinate major initiatives across Supply Chain to insure optimum cost. This coordination will include, but not be limited to, purchasing, distribution, manufacturing, research & development, packaging and engineering
Implement and train MOS & Lean / Six Sigma processes to plant location personnel.
Participate in the QRMP yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions
Assist with the implementation of the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the plant accountability list in order to achieve targeted RCR
Share and implement best practice initiatives across Supply Chain
Coordinate the progression of KHMS using TRACC as a tool
Develop and maintain performance (KPI) visuals
Ownership of the Priority One system; responsible to ensure all users are trained and that all projects are current
Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and tracking system (where needed)
Develop a waste analysis for all lines
Lead and coordinate 5S initiatives plant-wide
Develop and manage the department’s operating budget
Manage and evaluate the Continuous Improvement staff including but not limited to performance management and employee development, etc.
Partner with business leaders on implementation of process improvement (Six Sigma / Lean)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is preferred; Preferably in Industrial Engineering or related discipline
- 3-5 years of operations experience in a manufacturing environment is required
- 2+ years CI leading CI projects or transformation projects required
- Black Belt Certification preferred; Green Belt Certification required
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills in both English and Spanish preferred.
- Demonstrated experience overcoming the inevitable problems and obstacles that surface to meet project timelines and cost initiatives
- Creativeness and desire to not to be bound by past solutions and to think outside the box in order to drive productivity throughout the organization
- Ability to communicate and deal with a range of responsibilities is critical while managing multiple task
- Working knowledge of enterprise business principles and practices
- Presentation Skills
- Mentoring & coaching skills
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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:
- 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)
- 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 [email protected] for assistance.
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