CI Specialist

Job Description
Principle Accountabilities:• Continuous Development Projects to feed the productivity deck• Generate cost reduction opportunities/direct the engineering activities along with manufacturing to initiate/implement process improvement to reduce manufacturing costs.• Coordinate major initiatives across the supply chain to insure optimum cost. This coordination will include, but not be limited to, purchasing, distribution, manufacturing, R&D, packaging and engineering.• Implement and train MO Lean and Six Sigma processes to factory location personnel.• Assist and partner with business leaders on implementation of process improvement (Six Sigma / Lean), including leading change initiatives, planning, and facilitation.• 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 plant accountability list
Skills & Competencies • The ability to overcome the inevitable problems and obstacles that surface to meet project timelines and cost initiatives.• The creativeness not to be bound by past solutions and to think outside the box in order to drive productivity throughout the organization.• The ability to communicate and deal with a range of responsibilities is critical while managing multiple tasks.• Presentation Skills• MS Office Suite expertise• Mentoring & coaching skills• Minitab 14 proficient• Visio Proficient
Minimum Qualifications• Bachelor degree in Business Administration or Industrial Engineering preferred.• Working knowledge of business principles and practices.• Three years' operations experience including manufacturing.• Green Belt Certification preferred.
Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$77,800.00 - $97,300.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
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, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Winchester Plant
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [email protected] for assistance.