Associate Director QA - Taste Elevation
Associate Director QA - Taste Elevation
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$ 159400 - 199200
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Job Description
Job Description
Job Purpose
The Associate Directoris responsible for leadingtheKraft HeinzFood Safety and Quality activities for their respective Business Unit assuring manufacturing compliance to allKraftHeinz specifications regulatory requirements and continuous improvement of product quality. This position will provide quality and food safety information to business unit partners to manage risks fortheir respectivemanufacturing locations and customers. This position reports to the Director of Quality Operations.Position will have 12 Corporate Quality Team Members and 57 manufacturing Quality Managers reporting to them.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Develop and enact quality system strategies to promote and enhance quality processes in BUmanufacturing operations including capital plans facility improvements product protection device recommendations etc.
Develop goals and metrics to demonstrate progress as well as adherence to Factory Quality goals aligned to business goals(could include complaint reduction goals Right First time percentages etc.
Attain and / or SustainGFSI certification and QRMP progressfor all BU factories
Assure that Factory incentive goals include Quality and Food Safety elements
Support new product package or process development with appropriate Quality Assurance risk measurement tools (CQV FMEA etc..
Support Brand Maintenance andValue Engineeringactivities with data analysis on Quality attributes
Root Cause investigation and Corrective Action responses for consumer or customer complaints
Proactively review regulatory environment and maintain positive working relationship with all governmental agencies specifically to include USDA FSIS and FDA FSMA regulations.
Support Quality specifications policies data and documentation for all BUFactories
Support training needs for factory QA leaders and factory line workers in the areas of quality and food safety
Collaborate with I.T. Heinz US R&D PackagingConsumer Relations Operations and Logisticsandanyother functional partners
Collaborate with Global Quality Council members and committees contributing to global policy review and quality systems review decision making and development
The ideal candidate willpossess the following:
Knowledge of food manufacturing processes and packaging
Knowledge of the Business in regards to specifications Quality Systems users intended purpose etc.
Ability to work with crossfunctional partners in effective problemsolving and solutions management
Leadership and Collaboration
WorkingKnowledge and experience in Statistics SPC and data analysis
Ability to travel 3540 to visit allBU company owned factories
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategicplanning resource allocationproduction methods and coordinationof peopleand resources.
Reasonable knowledge of scientific techniques raw materials production processes quality assurance costs and techniques for maximizing the effectiveness of Quality and Food SafetySystems.
Extensive knowledge of Continuous Improvement Tools such as Six Sigma Green Yellow or Black Belt or Lean certification for use in Quality Product and Process Improvement.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
Minimum of a . in Food Science or related sciences / technological field andminimum5years experience in a Food Related or Scientific Related field preferred.
Demonstrate ability to understandfood manufacturing.
Demonstrate ability to problem solve and extensive use of Quality tools such as Six Sigma Lean Root Cause Analysis etc.
Demonstrate ability to work with crossfunctional groups within the organization
Demonstrate ability to recruit manage and retainothers effectively
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is considered a Field based environment; role requires frequent travel to customer locations stores manufacturing facilities etc. Additionally this role requires flexible working schedule pending business needs.
Physical Requirements
Physical demands include but not limited to
Occasional activity or condition sustained up to 1/3 of working hours upright stance Sedentary occasionally exerting 010 lbs. of force; limited movement from workstation for brief periods of time.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain all duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Duties or responsibilities may change or be added with or without notice.
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:
$159400.00 $199200.00Bonus: This position is eligible for a performancebased 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 candidates geographic region jobrelated knowledge skills and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare protection and savingfor the future we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coveragefor 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 aphysical social emotional and financial wellbeing lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Youll 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 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
Location(s)
Glenview R&D Center Heinz Innovation CenterKraft 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 for assistance.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
