KHMS Process Owner

Job Purpose

Under the direction of the Production manager the Process Owner will lead the KHMS TRIO and specific business processs end-to-end success defining its goals designing workflows setting performance metrics (KPIs) monitoring outcomes ensuring alignment with company strategy managing documentation and driving continuous improvement and changes requiring strong leadership communication and strategic thinking to manage stakeholders and resolve issues.

The Process Owner has primary responsibility for effective operation of food processing and packaging equipment accomplished in a manner to enhance the overall performance of the plant. To meet this objective this position manages the overall production processes to meet or exceed quality safety productivity and cost standards. This position will be the owner of their individual KHMS Process/Pillar. The Process Owner will work with management to develop a high-performance team; one that is self-directed motivated innovative dependent upon the contributions of every individual and properly trained to meet the changing requirements of the operation.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Define the process mission objectives scope inputs outputs and how it integrates with other processes.

Establish KPIs monitor performance report on results and ensure the process meets targets

Identify improvement opportunities lead change initiatives and assess process maturity to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

Communicate with users managers and other process owners to get buy-in and manage change

Maintain process documentation standards and ensure adherence to relevant regulations or quality systems (e.g. EHS HACCP).

Identify risks roadblocks and implement corrective actions for issues that arise.

Executes food safety requirements in collaboration with Quality Assurance Sanitation and other plant resources.

Leads and/or assists others in conducting investigations through RCFA (root cause failure analysis).

Monitors process performance and product quality indicators and takes appropriate actions in partnership with QA to support right-first-time production

Supports execution of established quality control measures and verifies adherence to process flow requirements in partnership with QA.

Participates in process and quality audits and reviews process batch analytical data for completeness and accuracy with QA support as needed

Ensure that all visual management boards are up to date and used effectively.

Collaborates with QA. to address process deviations corrective actions compliance gaps and continuous improvement opportunities

Reviews call outs from audits in DPM.

Leads projects in efforts of continuous improvement.

Assists supervisor with generating daily crewing plans for optimum performance included but not limited to daily crewing hours and overtime avoidance.

Promotes a culture of safety and health by performing work safely in accordance with all company safety procedures. Reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor. Occupational safety and health performance is measured in this position.

Supports implementation and sustainment of KHMS FSQ standards as outlined in the plant accountability list in alignment with QA and plant leadership expectations.

Effectively communicate pertinent information managers and to other departments.

Aid in achieving KHMS pillar score and KPI metrics that support them that will lead safety quality productivity efficiency customer service cost and employee engagement objectives through both individual and team contributions.

Participates in development of AAP/implementation to ensure low cost AND high-quality production.

Mentors CI/Process lead and maintenance lead to identify improvements and apply problem- solving techniques.

Leads operational meetings.

Expected Experience & Required Skills

Possess a degree in a related field (preferred) and/or a minimum of 1-year previous experience in food/beverage manufacturing working in a leadership capacity is preferred.

Must have a solid understanding of process improvement methods.

Deep understanding of the process and its strategic importance.

Strong leadership negotiation and people skills to motivate teams.

Analytical and creative thinking to find solutions.

Adaptability to handle change and resistance.

Big-picture perspective combined with attention to detail.

Must demonstrate emotional intelligence in interactions.

Excellent analytical reasoning skills math skills organizational skills.

Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to work independently and with others.

Must be able to lead by example and can allocate resources as situations change.

Computer skills required include word processing and spreadsheet applications.

Must be able to work in a safe manner.

Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive actions that entail: Moving around the plant production floor and building frequent bending climbing reaching and stooping.

Work Environment & Schedule

This position is considered a Manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment.

Working conditions include extremes of hot and cold temperatures as well as wet conditions.

Overtime may be required.

Role requires full-time onsite work schedule with willingness to flex schedules if necessary to meet with employees on other shifts.

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.

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

Location(s)

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 .