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All posting locations: Wigan, , United Kingdom
Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing
Date Published: 31-Mar-2023
Ref #: R-68457
Description & Requirements
Salary
£32-34k plus up to 20% annual bonus
Benefits
27 Days Holiday plus an annual holiday buy scheme
Private Health Care
Onsite Gym
Annual Flexible Benefits Window
Retailer Discounts
Onsite Staff Shop
Free Parking
Reports to
Departmental Operations Manager
Location
Kitt Green- Wigan (Site Based)
Working Hours
8am – 4:30pm (Monday – Thursday)- 8am – 3:30pm (Friday)
Why Join Us?
The opportunities for growth within Kraft Heinz are endless- with next roles such as Team Leader being the typical move from PI Lead. Following this- progression into CI Management or Operations Manager.
What’s the role?
Join us to be a part of our exciting journey to implement our Kraft Heinz Management system throughout the whole of Kitt Green - One of our largest factories in the world! On site we have 8 different departments- each led by an Operations Manager.
You will report to the Operations Manager and work alongside a Maintenance Lead- Team Leaders- Engineers and Operators – as well as working cross-functionally with CI- Safety- Quality and more. Each department has a Process Improvement Lead- so as well as working as part of your department you will work collaboratively with fellow Process Improvement Leads to take us to the next stage on our KHMS journey. Key day to day activities include implementation of tools such as Centerlining and Problem Solving- as well as on the floor coaching with your team.
The ultimate goal is to drive our efficiency as we look to reduce our losses and create capability within our Operations team. There will be a need to spend a high amount of time within the production area- whilst also working to analyse losses and generate improvement plans through to delivery. You will be an integral part of the Daily and Weekly performance meetings and generating data for these; you will be key to the content and discussions within the meetings- whilst also agreeing and delivering actions from these processes.
What are we looking for?
To be successful in this role you will have a passion for Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing. It is a role that requires a high energy- an ability to influence others and a proven ability work well as a team. Experience within Manufacturing would be advantageous- and/or a degree or Apprenticeship in Engineering or Business improvement.
Training will be provided for the required tools- leadership and coaching.
About Us
The 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. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. 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.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
