All posting locations: Lowville, New York, United States of America
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 13-Mar-2024
Ref #: R-80360
All posting locations: Lowville, New York, United States of America
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 13-Mar-2024
Ref #: R-80360
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking Team Lead to work at our food processing facility in Lowville, NY. Successful candidates must be willing to supply improvements suggestions and ideas to help continue the success of our facility. Ideal candidates must be safety and quality orientated along with demonstrate adaptability and willingness to work in a team orientated, fast paced work environment. This position requires individuals to perform general production duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards.
Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Underrepresented groups/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories
The company will review reasonable accommodations for those employees as required.
We offer a variety of benefits depending on how you chose what is best for you, but what is offered are:
Schedule is based on 7 days per week production.
The Lowville plant produces the legendary Philadelphia Cream Cheese and Kraft String Cheese! Built in 1971, the facility is over 400,000 square feet and houses 18 production lines. Milk and cream is supplied by local farms. With over 500 employees, the plant is one of the largest employers in Lewis County.
For more information on the company or the community, visit https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com/ or https://lowville.racog.org/
Under the direction of the Process Owner and with the support of management staff, the employee will own results for clean inspect and lube, centerline management system, 5S system, integrity of process data and the Oscar scrap elimination system. This employee will actively participate in annual planning, weekly reviews/PDCA meetings, Lead Daily Level 1 and attend Level 2 meetings (as the need arises).
This employee will assist in development of center line definition and associated standard development. Develop control strategies to enable operators to respond to out of control situations. Leads root cause problem solving efforts on key losses in the process. Coaches teams on CIL, CLM, 5S, and Oscar systems execution. Coaches and develops teams by building problem solving skills within the process.
Must have demonstrated leadership ability, excellent interpersonal skills and verbal/listening communication skills. It is crucial that the facilitator be self-motivated and has an ability to work with a team environment.
Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.
Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.
Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
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 NATAI@kraftheinz.com.