Continuous Improvement Lead at The Kraft Heinz Company

Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Coaching, Mentoring, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Lean, Autonomous Maintenance, Microsoft Office, Planning, Organization, Communication, SOP Writing, Work Instructions

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Job Description Continuous Improvement Lead Opportunity to grow your Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing career! Collaborative and dynamic work environment Location: Tomoana, New Zealand Grow Your Continuous Improvement Career with Kraft Heinz! Are you looking to grow your career in Continuous Improvement and FMCG? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities? We an exciting permanent opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Lead to join our Manufacturing team based out of Tomoana, New Zealand! The Company 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. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to: Coach and mentor teams on our localised management system & continuous improvement systems Drive shop-floor ownership and embed standard routines for consistent performance Lead structured problem solving to eliminate chronic losses and prevent repeat issues Consolidate and analyse performance data to identify trends and gaps vs targets Develop improvement plans and CI project charters with operators, maintenance, and process owners Improve safety, quality, and process capability through better standards, defect handling, and operator practices Support KPI and loss tree development, maintenance, and governance to guide performance execution Participate in daily/weekly/monthly performance reviews and ensure actions are tracked to deliver productivity, efficiency, and unit cost improvements About you: Degree in Engineering, Food Science (or similar) with experience in food manufacturing/FMCG Technical understanding of end-to-end, high-complexity food manufacturing processes Practical experience applying Lean/continuous improvement tools to reduce waste and improve performance Skilled in equipment care basics (clean, inspect, lubricate), autonomous maintenance, and structured problem solving Confident using Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio) for analysis, reporting, and visual communication Flexible to work across shifts and engage effectively with teams on all rosters Experienced in training operators and facilitating groups to drive consistent ways of working Strong planning, organisation, and communication skills, including writing clear SOPs and short work instructions (e.g., one-point lessons) Eligible to work in New Zealand with full working rights. Benefits of working with us Pay for Performance – industry leading variable compensation offerings tied to company and individual performance on top of a competitive base salary package Parental Leave – paid time off for both primary AND secondary caregivers Leave Options – Purchased leave, volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matter Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand In House Training Programs Corporate Discount Programs Ready to make an Impact? If you're passionate about FMCG & Continuous Improvement, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a team environment, please submit your application. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our job advertisements early. #LI-DNI Location(s) Tomoana Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. 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. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.

Responsibilities

The Lead will coach teams on management and continuous improvement systems, driving shop-floor ownership and embedding standard routines for consistent performance. Key duties include leading structured problem solving to eliminate losses, analyzing performance data to identify gaps, and developing improvement plans.