Lead

All Posting Locations: Coshocton, OH, US

Job Functions: Manufacturing

Date Published: September 16, 2025

Ref#: R-91209

ABOUT THE ROLE

Job Description

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Continuous Improvement Manager, the CI Lead will help with implementation of KHMS, define and scope improvement opportunities, and help in leading yield improvements throughout the facility.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with CI Manager to define and scope improvement opportunities
• Leads and executes breakthrough and continuous improvement projects to improve and sustain QUALITY, SAFETY, COST, and DELIVERY of the organization.
• Develops and applies necessary technical skills to deliver improvement results
• Performs Measurement Systems Analyses (MSA’s) and machine capability studies on plant equipment.
• Executes TPM philosophy.
• Coaches, trains (Green Belts) and develops team members and other plant personnel
• Engages all personnel in all phases of improvement work
• Develops strong technical network with plant resources
• Maintains appropriate documentation including project charter, progress updates and final reports
• Captures and communicates learning to enable best practice replication
• Assists with the development of productivity pipe line projects
• Complete at least four projects per year
• Working closely with supervisors, operators, maintenance and support functions to improve manufacturing performance
• Analyze information and make recommendations based on verified testing and data
• Attend and contribute to KHMS DPM meetings
• Oversee 5S monitoring (Become the 52 Champion for the Factory)
• Oversee the Defect Handling Program
• Contribute to Digital Coach, and Assessments
• Support other functions with KHMS and Digital Coach Pathways for Semi Annual and Annual Assessments
• Strong understanding/experience with Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, and standard work.
• Supports plant KHMS and training of plant personnel.
• Support Trios for KHMS
  • Train and support Implementation
  • Assist with Start up, changeover, and shutdown procedures and efficiencies
  • Assist with AAP and identifying KPI’s
  • Support and train teams around Operational Meetings
  • Help with identifying ideal run measures for lines
  • Support EHS within the Operational teams and identifying countermeasures
  • Safety Audits
  • Support FSQ with Risk Triggers
  • Support FSQ with BOS
  • Support and Maintain Centerline
  • Support CIL’s

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 to 3 years continuous improvement or relevant experience preferred
• Strong project management skills
• Team Leadership skills
• Strong Analytical skills
• Detail oriented
• Training and Mentoring skills to develop Green Belts
• Ability to challenge the status quo and work effectively with a wide array of plant personnel
• Strong computer skills are needed. Minitab experience is a big plus.
• Demonstrated problem solving, decision making, excellent results driven and execution abilities, excellent communication and leadership skills, and ability to motivate others.
• Must be able to work in a refrigerated manufacturing environment.
• Must be able to work full-time plus overtime and be available to flex work schedule to meet demands of position.
• Willing to travel 5%
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Pay range $26-$28/hr

Shift: Mon – Fri

Hours 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

EEO Policy:

Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Minorities/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories

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)

Coshocton 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 [email protected] .

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