Job DescriptionContinuous Improvement LeadGrow your Manufacturing career in in a global FMCG organisation!Collaborative and dynamic work environmentLocation: Tomoana, Hastings, New ZealandGrow Your Manufacturing Career in Continuous Improvement!Are you a motivated and experienced professional looking to drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of innovation and excellence? We have an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Lead to join our team in Tomoana, Hastings, New Zealand site. Here you will play a key role in identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency, productivity, and quality.The CompanyThe Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to:Drive continuous improvement activities to increase productivity, efficiency, and qualityCoach and train operators in continuous improvement principles and problem-solving techniquesAnalyse performance data to identify areas for improvement and develop plans to address variancesImplement and maintain the Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) and its continuous improvement processesFacilitate root cause analysis and lean/six sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvementDevelop and implement plans to reduce waste, improve safety, and increase equipment reliabilityCollaborate with operators, maintenance, and process owners to drive improvement initiativesGather and analyse data on key performance indicators such as OEE, waste, and defectsDevelop and implement action plans to address daily and weekly variations to planParticipate in daily, weekly, and monthly meetings to drive continuous improvement and transformational changeAbout you:Have a background in manufacturing and a passion for continuous improvementDemonstrated problem-solving skills and continuous improvement knowledgePossess data analysis and interpretation skills, with the ability to identify areas for improvementCapable of learning lean six sigma methodologies and can conduct root cause analysesCollaboration and communication are strengths of yours, with experience working with Operators, Maintenance, and Process Owners.You have worked under a management system within a manufacturing environment prior.Possess a creative approach to problem-solving and a focus on reducing waste and improving safetyExperience in manufacturing processes and a desire to improve them are key requirementsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary for this positionHave a team-oriented mindset and a willingness to drive transformational changeEligible to work in New Zealand with full working rights.Benefits of working with usPay for Performance – industry leading variable compensation offerings tied to company and individual performance on top of a competitive base salary packageParental Leave – paid time off for both primary AND secondary caregiversLeave Options – Purchased leave, volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matterNovated LeasingGreat Place to Work certification in Australia and New ZealandIn House Training ProgramsCorporate Discount ProgramsReady to make an Impact?If you're passionate about driving production excellence and continuous improvement, eager to learn and grow with a dynamic team, and enjoy collaborating with others, we'd love to hear from you! We're reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so don't wait - submit your application today. We're excited to connect with talented individuals who share our commitment to innovation.#LI-DNILocation(s) TomoanaKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
