Group Lead, QA Cheese and Coffee

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Group Leadis 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 will have 1-2 Corporate Quality Team Members and 2-4 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 R&D Marketing Consumer Relations Operations Logisticsandother functional partnersas needed
• 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 cross-functional partners in effective problem-solving and solutions management
• Leadership and Collaboration
• WorkingKnowledge and experience in Statistics SPC and data analysis

• Ability to travel 60-70% 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 cross-functional 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 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:

Bonus: 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)

Kraft 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.