CIProduction Coordinator

Role / Title

TheCI/ProductionCoordinatorprovides a full range of productivity services to Operations and direct cost reduction programs for the facility including leading lean events developing and measuring facility systems and developing and delivering continuous improvement training programs for the facility using KHMS. Direction in disciplines of best business practices including but not limited to yield improvement labor OEE plant utilization and overall efficiency both raw material and finished goods. Key incumbent will work closely with all areas of the plant to drive greater utilization of processes and procedures and higher proficiency on the changes impacting employees in the organization such that business results are achieved.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Takes the lead on Continuous Improvement efforts of the TRIO in by developing upstream smart ideas/best practice replication
• Leads and executes breakthrough and incremental improvement projects in the plant at TRIO Levels. Responsible for identification of productivity within the facility and drive projects through to completion
• Engages line/process/department personnel in all phases of improvement and deployment of KHMS efforts (including high problem-solving tools as Value Stream Mapping PDCA DMAIC projects line balancing creating standard work and daily work improvements). Develops and applies necessary technical skills to deliver improvement results (such as lean 6Sigma etc.)
• Supports Trios Continuous Improvement the Quality Cost Delivery Safety Morale principles line start-ups and work on minor capital projects primarily CI driven. Supports in the evaluation and implementation of the Ideas and Suggestions process
• In cooperation with conversion colleagues and Functional Managers and Trio members is responsible for the realization of productivity CI ideas and projects of the section/business unit. Captures and communicates significant learnings to enable best practices to be utilized
• Coaches trains and develops CI Lead position
• Works closely with Operations/Production Management and Human Resources to establish a team culture at the lines
• Supports team-building activities of various teams in cooperation with team leader/team-developer
• Maintains appropriate project documentation
• Performs other duties as assigned by Plant and KHC Continuous Improvement leadership
• Line Technicians report to this position
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree highly preferred especially in Engineering or related field
• At least 1-year experience in a manufacturing environment with significant continuous improvement involvement
• Green Belt Certification highly preferred
• Expert skills in Microsoft Office especially Excel
• The ability to overcome the inevitable problems and obstacles that surface to meet project timelines and cost initiatives
• The creativeness not to be bound by past solutions and to think outside the box in order to drive productivity throughout the organization
• The ability to communicate and deal with a range of responsibilities is critical while managing multiple tasks.
• The desire and ability to train coach mentor and share Continuous Improvement knowledge throughout the facility and organization

What will you do:

• Identify opportunities for process improvement waste reduction and cost reduction by analyzing the current situation.

• Manage define and implement continuous improvement projects.

• Develop and execute a clear implementation plan for the project along with its results.

• Develop and support the rollout of standards from KHMS.

• Develop the digital roadmap for our production site.

• Teach coach and train cross-functional departments on the changes implemented and new KHMS principles.

What do you bring:

• Motivation to work in a factory environment.

• Motivation to pursue positive change.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Experience with data analysis and the ability to proactively take initiative to translate data into improvement projects.

• Attention to detail and process improvement.

• Skilled in planning organization and prioritization.

• Ability to manage a project.

• Able to work under pressure with a sense of urgency and deliver within tight deadlines.

• Ability to make decisions.

• Strong problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication skills and team player.

• Proven ability to work in fast-paced and changing environments.

Note: KHMS likely stands for KraftHeinz Management System which is a proprietary management system used by KraftHeinz.

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 Recognition Training

• Emotional Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Programs Family Support Programs

• Financial 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability

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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 .