Continuous Improvement Manager

The Kraft Heinz Company•Fremont, OH

2d•$104,200 - $130,200•Onsite

About The Position

This role focuses on the continuous development of productivity, generating cost reduction opportunities, and implementing process improvements to reduce manufacturing costs. The manager will coordinate major initiatives across the Supply Chain, including purchasing, distribution, manufacturing, research & development, packaging, and engineering, to ensure optimal cost. They will also implement and train MOS & Lean / Six Sigma processes, participate in QRMP yearly audits, and assist in developing procedures and corrective actions. The role involves implementing the QRMP system and operational standards, sharing and implementing best practices, coordinating the progression of KHMS using TRACC, and developing/maintaining performance (KPI) visuals. Ownership of the Priority One system, including user training and project currency, is also a key responsibility. The manager will develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and tracking systems, conduct waste analysis for all lines, lead 5S initiatives plant-wide, and develop and manage the department’s operating budget. Additionally, they will manage and evaluate the Continuous Improvement staff, including performance management and employee development, and partner with business leaders on process improvement implementation (Six Sigma / Lean).

Requirements

New Hire Base Salary Range: $104,200.00 - $130,200.00
This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future
Plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs
Events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families
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
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
Applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.

Nice To Haves

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
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
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)

Responsibilities

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
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
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)