Packaging Lead

Job Description

Packaging Lead-1st Shift, 6:30am-3:00pm

Location:

Kraft Heinz – Cedar Rapids

4601 C Street SW

Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

Plant Overview:

·        3-Shift Operation

·        Non- Union Facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members which are a mix of temporary and full-time associates.

·        100% Food Service, 4 bag soup lines, 1 tub line, 18 Kettles, 5 Filling lines, and 4 packaging lines.

·        Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese

Company History:  Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids started as Ashby Soups and was originated in the mid 1980’s by Jamie and Shannon Ashby, along with their mother, using family held recipes for many kinds of soups. In the 1990s’ the name was changed to Quality Chef Foods. Heinz acquired Quality Chef foods in the mid 2000’s. In 2015 Kraft and Heinz merged to become Kraft Heinz as we know it today.

Community Overview:

The Cedar Rapids and Iowa City area is known as the cultural corridor.  There is always something to do, a site to visit or a show to see! Also, from Cedar Rapids there is an easy commute, great school communities, low crime rates and bike friendly. Cost of living ratio great.  Cedar Rapids is a vibrant city, encompassing unique attractions, exciting events, specialty shopping, a dynamic art scene, and a large variety of restaurant and nightlife options. You’ll find that Cedar Rapids offers one of the best places to live, work and play in the Midwest.

More information on Cedar Rapids, IA can be found at: http://www.cedar-rapids.org/

Job Overview:

Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are amongst over 50 household brands in the U.S.?  This is a place for you to create your career and make a difference! Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids is looking for candidates that want to make great soups!

The purpose of the Team Lead is to successfully coordinate designated areas of production process and the hand-offs between including preparation, cooking and packaging of products. Also to provide guidance, training and development to others in department/area.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Coordinates with CI Lead and Maintenance on key areas of focus.

• Manages Team Members execution of Clean Inspect Lubricate (CIL), Centerline (CL), 5S, basic problem solving and Oscar system execution.

• Coaches and develops teams by building problem solving skills within the process.

• Assists teams with developing and implementing CIL, CL, and Changeover programs.

• Responsible for escalating production issues and when gaps in performance prevent themselves.

• Continuously improve their technical skill set by progressing through Step Up Card system.

• Supervise all subordinates in department to make sure all areas are functioning together.

• Work directly with subordinates to minimize mistakes and ensure a continuous flow of production.

• Coordinate transition of materials and workflow with surrounding department leads and supervisors.

• Address any concerns with peripheral departments. (ie: Safety / Quality / Maintenance)

• Assign work tasks to individuals in your area.

• Insure IQS documentation is entered accurately and timely.

• Quality (verify subordinates accurately following practices)

• Safety (verify all required safe work practices—ie: PPE, JSA)

• Prepare DDS meeting data ahead of meeting start time and Lead/Attend DDS Meetings.

• Manages team to meet Right the First Time objectives.

• Holds team members accountable to reach daily Scrap Goals.

• Monitors run rates to insure Run to Target goals are met.

• Execution of Operations Systems (OSCAR, DDS, CL, CIL…)

• Responsible for tracking safety training issues within the department.

• Responsible for the successful operation within the department by ensuring materials are present, employees are on task, and enforcing break schedule.

• Responsible for educating and training employees on machinery and job functions within the department.

• Responsible for receiving complaints and forwarding concerns to the supervisor.

• Responsible for all production documentation and IQS inputs within area of responsibility.

• Support supervisor as required for documenting corrective action procedures.

• Lead start and end of shift performance.

• Team coach, motivator, enabler

• Maintain team’s organization and document management.

• Assists Supervisors with analyzing employee performance.

• Coordinates employee cross training with Production Clerk.

• Participates in root cause problem solving efforts on key chronic losses for the process

• Monitor KPI Performance and trends to identify leading losses.

• Effective waste stream monitoring and executing reduction goals.

• Participate in the QRMP yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.

• Accountable for the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and operational standards as outlined in the factory accountability list in order to achieve targeted RCR.

• As necessary, other duties and/or projects may be assigned

Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Ability to work independently and with others.

• Must be able to work in a safe manner.

• Must ensure quality products are being packaged.

• Responsible for following all Food Safety Policies and Safety Procedures. Responsible for Q-RMP standards implementation as defined by the accountability list document

• Employees will follow all safety protocols and perform their job responsibilities in a safe manner. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

• Successful candidates must have the willingness to:

Always perform to the highest level of competence. Cooperate as a team. Be open, especially with information and knowledge. Trust and be trustworthy. Respect others – customers, suppliers, colleagues – and yourself. Be accountable for one’s actions.

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

·        Medical.

·        Dental.

·        Vision.

·        Additional perks:  Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, etc.

·        (HRA) Health Reimbursement Account or (HSA) Health Savings Account.

·        Pay Rate: $27.97

        Start earning PTO at hire, generous

·        Non-Union (FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plan- BONUS PLAN

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, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Quality Chef - Cedar Rapids

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 [email protected].