Talent Acquisition Manager, Manufacturing Hourly

  • All Posting Locations: Chicago, IL, US
  • Job Functions: HR
  • Date Published: January 21, 2025
  • Ref#: R-89158
  • Remote, Hybrid or Onsite: Hybrid

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About the Role

Job Description

The Kraft Heinz North America Talent Acquisition team is dedicated to delivering recruitment strategies that leverages data-driven insights, streamline processes, and enhance diversity within our manufacturing plants. Our team plays a vital role in ensuring the workforce meets production demands while fostering a culture of innovation and inclusion.

As the TA Manager, you will lead recruitment efforts for Hourly Manufacturing roles and support key programs aimed at optimizing the recruitment of hourly workers across Kraft Heinz’s North America operations. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, enhancing candidate experience, and contributing to impactful recruiting analytics and strategies. You could be based out of NAZ headquarters or protential one of our NAZ manufactoring locations.

What’s on the Menu:

  • Lead a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists that is responsible for recruitment of hourly positions, including activities from job posting to candidate screening, interviews, and offers.

  • Analyze recruitment metrics to identify trends, measure success, and continuously optimize processes.

  • Design, implement, and run programs to improve blue-collar talent acquisition, including candidate pipelines, workforce planning, and community partnerships.

  • Collaborate with plant leadership and HR teams to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored recruiting solutions.

  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, ensuring recruitment strategies align with Kraft Heinz’s commitment to building a diverse workforce.

  • Leverage technology and data to enhance recruitment efficiencies and deliver a best-in-class candidate experience.

Recipes for Success:

  • Education & Experience: Ideally you have talent acquisition experience working in a CPG, Manufacturing environment with a focus on program management and data analysis.

  • Program Ownership: Demonstrated ability to create and execute large-scale recruiting programs, delivering measurable outcomes.

  • Data Analytics Expertise: Proficiency in creating dashboards, reports, and using analytics tools to drive recruitment strategies.

  • Process Improvement: Experience identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions to optimize talent acquisition workflows.

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in ATS/CRM tools (e.g., Workday), data visualization platforms, and advanced Excel; familiarity with recruiting technologies is a plus.

  • Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of EEO, OFCCP, ADA, and employment laws.

  • Travel Flexibility: Willingness to travel up to 50% to build relationships and support program execution at manufacturing plants.

  • DEIB Advocacy: A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment.

  • You could be based out of NAZ headquarters or potentially one of our manufacturing locations.

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:

$102,100.00 – $127,600.00

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 candidate's 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 saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for 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 a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll 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 – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Chicago/Aon Center

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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com.

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About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage.  Our emerging and iconic food and beverage brands deliver the best taste, fun, and quality to every table we touch. Worldwide.

We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. Consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress. As we drive innovation company-wide.

Our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We believe in being good humans — 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.

Why Us

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 iconic and nostalgic brands.

Good isn’t good enough. We choose greatness every day by making bold decisions and challenging what’s ordinary. All while celebrating our wins – and failures – as we work together to transform the future of food.

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