KHMS Continuous Improvement Lead

KHMS Continuous Improvement Lead at a glance….

Location

Newberry, SC

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision

• (HSA) Health Savings Account

• Newberry Employee Store

• Hourly pay starting at $21.70 per hour!

• Non-Union (Bonus/FOIP) Field Operations Incentive Plant.

Work Schedule:

First Shift:  5:15am – 4:00pm (Monday - Thursday) and overtime as required.

Plant & Community Overview:

• Org Structure: Jumbo
• Over 800 Employees (1st, 2nd and 3rd shift)
• Plant built in 1966 and purchased by Kraft/Oscar Mayer in 1972
• Facility:
• 75 Acres – Total Site
• 680,000 Square Feet
• Newberry Product Mix:
• https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com
• Community Overview:

Welcome to Newberry South Carolina

https://www.cityofnewberry.com

Job Overview:

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking a KHMS Continuous Improvement Lead to work at our food processing facility in Newberry, SC! Successful candidates are willing to give improvement ideas and suggestions to help continue the success of the plant. Under the direction of the Operations Manager and Continuous Improvement Manager, and with the support of management staff, the individual will follow the job description as it relates to the job title. Own results for clean inspect and lube, centerline management system, 5S system, integrity of process data and the Oscar scrap elimination system.

Actively participate in annual planning, weekly PDCA meetings, Daily Level 2 meetings. Lead transformation analysis, center line definition and associated standard development. Develop control strategies to enable operators to respond to out-of-control situations. Leads root cause problem solving efforts on key chronic losses for the process. Coach teams on CIL, CLM, 5S, FPQ, Process Control, Oscar Systems execution, and develop teams by building problem solving skills within the process.

 Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Facilitates the Line Loss Analysis and Line improvement plans (GE Current/Future State)

• Responsible for the following processes: Clean-Inspect-Lube System, Centerline Management System, Finished Product Quality System, and Oscar Scrap Elimination System

• Owns integrity of WEV OEE (Downtime Recording) data

• Analyzes line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities

• Be action oriented with a drive for results and perseverance.

• Be interpersonally savvy, with ability to work well with others and engage, motivate, and correct employees.

• Demonstrate the ability to quickly absorb and apply new information in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

• Exhibit meticulous attention to detail and demonstrate proficiency in documentation skills, including accurate paper and computer entries.

• Show capability in conducting basic equipment setup and teardown, including the use of pre-operational and post-operational checklists, and written instructions and manuals.

• Have a working knowledge of and be able to perform all jobs in assigned area.

• Willingness to become green belt certified within the next year.

• Demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements & Qualifications:

• Be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping and repetitive motions.

• Be able to lift and/or move 50 pounds.

Expected Experience & Preferred Skills:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required

• Candidates must demonstrate a strong foundation in computer skills, specifically in typing and data manipulation using Excel spreadsheets.

• Effective communication skills, both verbally and written, are required, along with problem-solving abilities and basic mechanical aptitude for utilizing tools as needed.

Work Environment:

Work is primarily indoors and working conditions are in wet and cold environments.  You must wear t