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Continuous Improvement Lead

Kraft Heinz Company, Woodstock, IL, United States


**Location** **Benefits & Compensation Overview** 401K

**Essential Functions & Responsibilities** * Facilitates the line loss analysis (waste elimination and yield improvement) and line throughput improvement plans by using data and analysis to drive improvements decisions* Able to execute the SBOS and QBOS when needed* 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 programs, food safety committee, and sanitary design team.* Spend time on the floor gathering information on stops, centerlines, and changeovers over the past 24 hours.* Investigates initial root cause of top stops.* Begin to develop a plan for the day for ownership areas.* Attending and co-hosting the level 2 meetings.* Attending DDS meetings and being able to provide constructive feedback.* Discuss top stops and root causes. Establish countermeasures in planning for the day.* Works with Process Owner, and Maintenance Lead to address sporadic losses.* Implement problem solving tools such as 5W1H,5Whys, Fishbone, RCFA, PDCA to eliminate chronic losses for the line.* Manage DMS by using digital platforms such as Power BI and CWP; provide actions and feedback when DMS needs to improve; create countermeasures for any outages.* Perform all other duties 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 act 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 (5W, 1H).* Participate &/or plan Base Condition Events for the ownership areas* Willingness to become a Centerline Management System qualified within one month.* Willingness to become Yellow/Green Belt qualified within one year.* 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.* You must wear the following PPE (Personal Protective Equipment): (bump cap/hard hat, safety glasses, slip resistant shoes, ear plugs).* Ability to work effectively in a multilingual and multicultural manufacturing environment, communicating clearly across diverse frontline teams**Expected Experience & Required Skills** * Capable of learning intermediate Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Word, Matrices and KPI skills.* Strong planning, organizational skills, and communication skills.* Spanish, Swahili, French language proficiency is a plus but not required Ability to understand and coach management systems including but not limited to CIL, CLM and 5S.* Able to create and maintain SOPs, OPLs, WIs, and troubleshooting guide within Squint.* Capable of delivering training to operators and team members by using Squint.* Can effectively lead RCFA events.* 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**INCLUSION MATTERS TO US****Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives.**Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry.We’re committed to:* Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.* Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities.* Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr