Job Description
Process Owner - Tomoana
* Amazing opportunities for professional development and training to enhance your skills and knowledge
* Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for career growth and development
* Collaborative and dynamic work environment
Unlock Your Potential as a Process Owner at Kraft Heinz!
We are seeking an experienced Production Team Leader to lead our production team and drive excellence in service and quality to our customers. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of one of our most critical process areas, leading a team of operators, and ensuring compliance with Kraft Heinz's Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and procedures.
About Kraft Heinz
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. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. At the Tomoana, Hawke’s Bay site, we operate two facilities: one producing condiments, jams, soups, single-serve meals, and frozen meals; the other producing pet food in pouches and cans.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Lead a team of operators to deliver shift performance and achieve production targets.
2. Ensure safe working practices and foster a culture of waste minimization and sustainability.
3. Allocate plant resources to achieve desired throughput at the lowest cost and highest quality.
4. Embed Quality and Food Safety policies and procedures, ensuring production activities meet the Food Control Plan requirements.
5. Develop and implement action plans to address performance gaps and defects.
6. Drive a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving.
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance food safety and quality performance.
8. Develop and maintain accurate payroll documentation and manage absenteeism within the department.
About you:
1. 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in FMCG.
2. Extensive proven experience in people management.
3. Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and make informed decisions.
8. Sound knowledge of food processing and/or complex manufacturing environments.
9. Competent in people management and familiar with NZ employment law.
10. Safety and risk management experience.
Benefits of working with us
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work with a leading food and beverage company.
* Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
* Professional development and growth opportunities.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're a motivated and experienced Production Manager looking to advance your career, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team and take the first step towards a rewarding and challenging career with Kraft Heinz.
Location(s)
Tomoana
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities.
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