Sr. Manager- Manufacturing - Unplanned Losses

General information

All posting locations Remote, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Function 06 - Manufacturing

Date Published 04-Apr-2023

Ref # R-68589

Base Salary Range $110,200.00 - $137,800.00

Target Total Cash Range $148,770.00 - $186,030.00

Target Total Cash Target total cash represents this role's annualized cash earning potential at target (base salary + target bonus). Target total cash is contingent on targeted company performance achievement and individual attainment of performance goals. Therefore, target total cash is not guaranteed earnings. In addition to base salary and bonus, this role is eligible for additional compensation in the form of equity.

Compensation Disclaimer The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Remote, Hybrid or Onsite Remote

Description & Requirements

Job Purpose

Reporting into the Associate Director - Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)- The Sr. Manager – Unplanned Losses will be responsible for identifying- analyzing- and mitigating sources of unplanned losses that can negatively impact the organization’s operations and financial performance. The senior manager will work with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of unplanned losses- implement corrective and preventive measures- improve maintenance plans- train/coaching teams on the shop floor and track progress towards reducing these losses- for the Kraft Heinz North America Zone.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Travel to visit the plants across the network (USA + Canada) and provide technical support in how to implement the tools and execute KHMS routines on the shop floor. (40%)
• Monitor progress towards reducing unplanned losses and report on key performance indicators to senior management. (10%)
• Implement programs to reduce unplanned losses- including training- process improvements- and equipment upgrades. (10%)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes of unplanned losses and develop corrective and preventive measures (30%)
• Analyze data to identify sources of unplanned losses including production downtime- equipment failure- operational losses and speed losses. (10%)

Expected Experience & Required Skills

• Strong analytical skills and experience working with data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- with ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in operations management- with a focus on unplanned losses prevention.

Work Environment & Schedule

This position is considered a Field based environment; role requires frequent travel to customer locations- stores- manufacturing facilities- etc. Role will travel 40% of the time. Additionally- this role requires 5 days/week

About Us

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Why Us

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.