Area Production Manager
Company: Kraft Heinz Company
Location: Kirksville
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
All posting locations: Kirksville, Missouri, United States of
America Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing Date Published:
28-Oct-2022 Ref #: R-62654 Description & Requirements - Participate
in the QRMP audit and assist in the development of procedures and
corrective actions - Oversee and lead the implementation of the
QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational
standards as outlined in the plant accountability list - Adhere to
Kraft Heinz quality standards to ensure product quality and Food
Safety by following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)- standard
operating procedures (SOP's) and Kraft Heinz specifications -
Prepare departmental costs and variances with regard to
productivity- short and long-range planning- labor scheduling-
product scheduling- raw materials- packaging supplies- product
weights- sanitation and housekeeping - Organize and facilitate
production line activities to ensure conformance to establish
requirements regarding quality- safety- employee- relations-
productivity and cost scheduled volume outputs - Work with Product
Development- Suppliers- Engineering- Quality- and Factory Employees
in finding innovative ways to improve the Quality and productivity
of our Products. - Support Employee involvement in Safety-
Analytical Problem Solving- Project Planning- Vendor and Customer
Relations- fostering a Team atmosphere. - Monitor and update all
area practices and policies for compliance. - Work with Product
Supply Group in weekly scheduling of the Packaging and Processing
Area to optimize productivity. - Prepare- distribute- and follow-up
with regard to all established records- reports and/or forms -
Ensure strong- effective communication across functions and with
employees- vendors and government regulators - Monitor productivity
data and help develop corrective action plans necessary to achieve
annual productivity improvements - Implement safety measures for
accident prevention through monthly departmental safety meetings
and working with salaried Supervisors to ensure hourly employee
compliance - Report on quality defect issues and help determine
necessary corrective actions to eliminate repetitive failures -
Manage operations to achieve daily efficiencies in keeping with
established standards - Manage budget of assigned department- in
accordance with annual productivity improvement targets -
Suggesting new solutions to production problems and ways to improve
the efficiency of an operation - Interprets company policies to
workers and enforces policies and safety regulations - Assist and
partner with business leaders on implementation of process
improvement (Six Sigma / Lean/ Kraft Heinz Management System
(KHMS)- including leading change initiatives- planning- and
facilitation - Oversee development of high performing work teams
within department through coaching- training and engaging team
members through effective cascading of goals- visual performance
boards and ongoing communications of factory changes and
performance. Embrace the HGPS principles necessary to accomplish
these objectives and support the change management techniques to
develop the culture of continuous improvement and engagement. -
Assist with the supervision of the Production staff including but
not limited to performance management and employee development-
etc. - Other duties as assignedRequirements: - Bachelor degree in
Business- Food Technology- or related field- or equivalent related
experience. - Minimum of 3 years of supervisory and managerial
experience (preferably in a food-manufacturing environment). -
Understanding of manufacturing processes- production line and
equipment. - In-depth knowledge of State and Federal
rules/regulations such as EEO- OSHA- FDA- USDA. - Must have a good
understanding of manufacturing procedures and practices. -
Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
techniques. - Exposure to food processing systems including high
speed production lines.About UsThe Kraft Heinz Company is one of
the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1
billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion.
We're a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting,
and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly
global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries.
These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and
dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and
nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a
portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.No matter the
brand, we're united under one vision:To sustainably grow by
delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is
our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high
performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in
need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We
also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that
extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our
communities. Every day, we're transforming the food industry with
bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion -
and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a
global citizen - there's only one thing to do: join our table and
let's make life delicious!Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and
CollaborationWe're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new
ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level - from
entry-level intern to senior leader - to own their work. We share a
responsibility to think like Owners - to be mindful of the
collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz - which we apply to
every situation, every day.As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported
to grow and achieve. You're expected to bring your authentic self
to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding
performance at every level - and you'll be rewarded. You're given
opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won't do
it alone. You're supported by passionate teammates along the way,
and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible
progress.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 HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for
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