Job Description

The **CI Supervisor **provides a full range of productivity services to Operations and direct cost reduction programs for the facility including leading lean events, 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. Key incumbent will work closely with all areas of the plant 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.

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

• Takes the lead on Continuous Improvement efforts of the plant in by developing upstream smart ideas/best practice replication

• Leads and executes breakthrough and incremental improvement projects in the plant.  Responsible for identification of productivity within the facility and drive projects through to completion

• Engages line/process/department personnel in all phases of improvement efforts (including Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC projects, line balancing, creating standard work, and daily work improvements). Develops and applies necessary technical skills to deliver improvement results (such as lean, 6Sigma, etc.)

• Supports plant Continuous Improvement projects. Support the Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, Morale principles, line start-ups and work on minor capital projects primarily CI driven. Supports in the evaluation and implementation of the Ideas and Suggestions process

• In cooperation with conversion colleagues and Business Development Manager, is responsible for the realization of productivity, CI ideas and projects of the section/business unit.  Captures and communicates significant learning's to enable best practices to be utilized

• Coaches, trains, and develops improvement ideas with team members and other plant personnel

• Works closely with Operations Management and Human Resources to establish a team culture at the lines

• Supports team-building activities of various teams in cooperation with team leader/team-developer

• Maintains appropriate project documentation

• Performs other duties as assigned by Plant and KHC Continuous Improvement leadership

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree highly preferred

• At least 3 years required within a plant environment

• At least 1 full year in a dedicated Continuous Improvement role, including leading Continuous Improvement projects and initiatives

• Green Belt Certification highly preferred

• The ability to overcome the inevitable problems and obstacles that surface to meet project timelines and cost initiatives

• The creativeness not to be bound by past solutions and to think outside the box in order to drive productivity throughout the organization

• The ability to communicate and deal with a range of responsibilities is critical while managing multiple tasks.

• The desire and ability to train, coach, mentor, and share Continuous Improvement knowledge throughout the facility and organization

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:

$77,800.00 - $97,300.00

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)

Garland 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.