About the Role
Job Description
• Safety: Ensure all employees adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times, especially regarding proper lifting techniques, good housekeeping practices, and compliance with departmental and plant safety rules.
• Quality: Promote quality throughout the production process by ensuring that all products produced meet or exceed established standards for taste, texture, appearance, and nutritional content.
• Productivity: Monitor productivity levels of employees on the line and implement strategies to increase efficiency without compromising quality. This may involve providing training and support to employees to help them perform at their best.
• Culture: Foster a positive work environment by promoting open communication, encouraging teamwork, and recognizing individual contributions to the success of the team.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen events, 5S competitions, and other various teams as directed by management.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and move around the production floor frequently.
• Availability to work any shift.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement processes is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite is a plus.
Location(s)
Champaign Plant
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.
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.
