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Benefits & Compensation Overview
We offer a variety of benefits including:
3 Medical Plan options
3 Dental Plan options
Vision Plan option
401k with matching contributions
Additional perks: Company Paid Life Insurance Policy, Paid Parental Leave, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability plans, Wellbeing Program, Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance, plus other additional benefits.
Vacation and paid holidays starting from date of hire
FOIP (Field Operations Incentive Plan) – Bonus Plan
Hourly pay starting at $30.79-$31.68/hour
*Weekends and Overtime may be required as needed*
The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a Team Leader to work at our facility in Springfield, MO. The Team Leader is primarily responsible for developing equipment and system ownership. Ensure excellent system execution, continuous loss elimination, and delivery of all key business results. Other duties include, but are not limited to:
Job Responsibilities:
Understand and apply KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management System) practices such as 5S, centerline management, shift hand-offs, operational standard ownership/support, problem solving, etc. Attend daily performance board meetings.
Ensure line staffing needs are met
Improve the capability of your people
Ensure the team is safe. Must report and/or correct unsafe acts or conditions as well as perform work safely, including following GMP and PPE guidelines.
Ensure all safety procedures are followed
Ensure that the finished product is produced at the correct quality in a sustainable manner
Drive Continuous Improvement of systems and results
Accountable for the Safety, Health and Environmental systems and operational standards to ensure compliance as is outlined in our policies/procedures and processes.
Key Tasks:
Assess past performance vs. Compelling Business Need (CBN), identify priority losses for the year and create action plans to deliver the CBN.
Coach Equipment Owners (EOs) on the floor to enable their ability to achieve individual goals.
Drive Plan, Do Check, Act (PDCA) improvement cycles for business results and capability growth.
Implement standard Daily Direction Setting (DDS) cycle. Coach organization on importance of adherence to standards. Coach all levels of the organization on critical Daily Management Systems (DMSs) (hands on, actual usage).
Implement and coach Safety & Quality Fundamentals. Review incident investigations and ensure the actions to prevent reoccurrence.
Support supply chain loss analysis/elimination. Solve process instability problems. Coach necessity and use of Loss to Zero (L2Z).
Drive cultural change by leading the organization renewal cycle.
Identify Skill gaps in organization - address using task-based training approach.
Coach use of Standard Work (SW) to eliminate non-value added (NVA) work, coach link to effort reduction.
Basic math, reading and communication skills
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Qualifications:
Good oral and written communication skills are a must for this position.
Typing skills and ability to manipulate data using spreadsheets.
Must be self-managing or have a history of being a self-starter.
Perform all other duties as assigned by leadership team.
Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, sorting, ascending, and descending moves up to 60 pounds; holds and grips objects; must possess manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment and disassemble and
Working Environments:
Indoor – mix of cool and room temperature environment
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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)
Springfield 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
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. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, 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.
We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others.
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 37,000+ 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!
