Job Purpose
This role ensures efficient and effective evaluation and risk management of innovation and commercialization projects. This position works closely with the business units and cross functional teams to provide successful commercialization of new products line extensions and product renovations. This position will support project trials innovations renovation and maintenance covering both internal and external manufacturing facilities.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Attend project trials first production runs and play a critical role in identifying risk areas.
Complete cross functional risk assessments for projects and process.
Support commercialization activities.
Monitor track and report corrective actions and timing of follow ups.
Review food safety quality and sanitation programs associated with project activities at production location.
Communicate business risk to cross functional business partners .
In this role the individual will work closely with project teams to ensure compliance to KHC quality and food safety standards from Design stage through product launch/through post launch reviews.
Expected Experience & Required Skills
Quality experience within food or CPG preferred 3-5 years
Plant quality experience in one or multiple food factories
Regulatory Compliance familiarity with USDA FDA or CFIA preferred
Commercialization experience preferred
Sanitation experience preferred
Food Safety / Microbiology experience preferred
Understanding of the procurement processes
PCQI certified preferred
Better Process Control School certification preferred
Fundamental statistics (DMAIC Process/DFSS/Lean/Metrology/MSA/Sampling Procedures)
Project management and collaboration with cross functional partners experience
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Work Environment & Schedule
Candidate must be able to travel independently have the ability to drive a vehicle fly commercially and be located near a major airport. Travel required 40-55%. This position is considered a Field based environment; role requires frequent travel to customer locations stores manufacturing facilities etc. Additionally this role requires first shift work however flexibility is based on plant requirements.
Physical Requirements
Physical demands include but not limited to
Occasional activity or condition sustained up to 1/3 of working hours; upright stance keyboard or text input; sedentary occasionally exerting 0-10 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:
$88000.00 - $110000.00Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based 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 job-related 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 well-being 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)
Chicago/Aon Center Glenview R&D 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:
Senior IC
For 150 years, we have produced some of the world's most beloved products at The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ: KHC). Our Vision is To Be the Best Food Company, Growing a Better World. We are one of the largest global food and beverage companies, with 2018 net sales of approximately $26 ... View more