Continuous Improvement Lead

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

Starting pay: $28.46

Hourly Non-Union position

Medical, Dental, & Vision

(HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account

Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Supplemental life insurance, etc.

Work Schedule:

First Shift, from 6:00am to 2:30pm

Flexible to work other shifts as needed

Plant Overview:

Over 300 employees

Holland Plant has been around since 1897

Products produced: Sweet relish, Grey Poupon mustard, yellow mustard, vinegar, pickle variations, BBQ sauce

Union Facility – Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union (RWDSU)

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Operations Manager and Continuous Improvement Manager and with the support of management staff, the employee will follow these job descriptions as it relates to the job title. The employee will own results for clean inspect and lube, centerline management system, 5S system, integrity of process data, and the Performance Board scrap elimination system. This employee will actively participate in annual planning, weekly PDCA meetings, Daily Level 2 meetings, and Daily & Weekly Direction Setting Meetings.

This employee will lead transformation analysis, center line definition, and associated standard development. Develop control strategies to enable operators to respond to out-of-control situations. Leads root cause problem solving efforts on key chronic losses for the process. Coach teams on Clean to Inspect and Reapply Lubrication (CIL), Centerline Management (CLM), 5S, First Pass Quality (FPQ), and Performance systems execution. Coaches and develops teams by building problem solving skills within the process.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Facilitates the line loss analysis (waste elimination and yield improvement) and line throughput improvement plans

Champions 5S, Centerline Management (CLM), Clean to Inspect and Reapply Lubrication (CIL), and other continuous improvement processes in the plant

Analysis daily and shift line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities

Participates in internal audit program, food safety committee, and sanitary design team

Spends time on the floor to gather information on stops, centerlines and changeovers over the past 24 hours

Investigates initial root cause of top stops

Begin to develop plan for the day for ownership areas

Attend Level 2 meetings

Attend Daily Performance Meetings

Discuss top stops and root cause. Establish countermeasures in plan for the day

Ensure centerline completion and compliance. Create countermeasures on any outages

Works with Process Owner, and Maintenance Lead to address sporadic losses

Lead Universal Problem Solving to eliminate chronic losses for the line

Manage centerline and Quality Daily Management Systems

Perform all other duties as 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 acts 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)

Willingness to become Centerline Management System qualified within one month

Willingness to become Yellow Belt qualified within one year

Works overtime as necessary

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Frequent standing & walking required

Prolonged periods working on feet and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping

Must be able to lift up to 25lbs

Must be able to freely move around a multifloored facility

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Word, and Data Analytics skills

Strong planning/organizational skills and communication skills

Ability to understand and coach management systems including but not limited to CIL, CLM and 5S

Ability to understand and write Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures, and One Point Lessons

Can effectively lead RCFA events

High School Diploma/GED required

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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, Recognition, Training

Emotional – Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)Holland Factory

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact .

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