Production Manager - KH Manufacturing - North America

Job Description

What we offer

• Base salary starting at $95,000 +up to 25% annual discretionary bonus
• Benefits begin immediately upon hire
• Fully customizable medical plans (HRA, HSA, FSA), 5 different carrier choices + Prescription (Rx) card
• Full suite of additional plans: vision, dental, life, disability, adoption/family planning reimbursement, childcare, parental leave
• LiveWell lifestyle/well-being discount and rewards program (for example, $50 subsidy for fitness tracker)
• 401(k) matching + extra 3% freebie company contribution
• Business Resource Groups (BRGs)
• Award-winning Ownerversity learning & development resource library
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support
• Learn more about life #hereatKraftHeinz on [our YouTube channel https://youtu.be/6tWrGnwBLCY

Which locations are we hiring for?

Nationwide! Ask about our comprehensive relocation packages! Check out our Locations (kraftheinz.com)

Production Manager at a glance

The Production Manager, plays a key role in ensuring all food preparation and packaging adheres to the guidelines of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Food Safety regulations in a safe and compliant space. As a pivotal member of the leadership team for overall Plant Operations as it relates to quality, safety, productivity, cost control, service to sales, employee training and leadership development.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Develop a culture of continuous improvement and engagement through effective employee development.
• Lead the implementation of the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards ensuring compliance and safety.
• Implement Kraft Heinz quality standards to ensure product quality and regulations by following GMP’s, standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and Kraft Heinz specifications.
• Prepare departmental costs, reports, and productivity data and help develop corrective action plans to achieve annual improvements.
• Work with cross-functional partners to find innovative ways to improve the Quality and efficiency of our products.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment.
• Proven experience in a production management/leadership role leading, motivating, and mentoring large teams of hourly and salaried associates.
• Ability to excel working with a diverse array of personnel, from hourly employees to senior leadership.
• Ability to demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to ensure consistency and accountability for my own and my team’s results.
• Ability to traverse my work environment, sustained up to 1/3 of my working hours.
• Ability to perform sedentary work: occasionally exerting 0-10 lbs. of force, limited movement from my workstation for brief periods of time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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 NATAI@kraftheinz.com .

You should be proficient in:

• Quality Control Data Analysis
• High-level Operations Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing Principles

Salary info:

$45.70 - $58.20 / hr