Process Owner at The Kraft Heinz Company

Hastings, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health, Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Food Safety, Environmental Requirements, Production Output, Efficiency, Yield, Waste Management, Cost Control, Continuous Improvement, Problem-Solving, Team Leadership, Budget Management, Equipment Reliability, Cross-functional Collaboration

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Job Description Process Owner Opportunity to grow your site operations & leadership experience Collaborative and dynamic work environment Location: Tomoana, New Zealand. Grow Your Manufacturing Career with Kraft Heinz! Are you looking to grow your career in Manufacturing & Site Operations? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities? We have an exciting permanent opportunity for a Process Owner to join our Manufacturing team based out of our Tomoana, New Zealand Watties site! The Company – standard 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: Lead health, safety and regulatory compliance for the area — run daily safety checks, promote safe work practices, ensure food safety and environmental requirements are met. Oversee day‑to‑day production results — be accountable for output, efficiency, yield, waste and cost; run daily reviews and set actions to close gaps. Drive continuous improvement — maintain short‑ and medium‑term improvement plans, coach problem‑solving and support projects that improve performance and reduce defects. Develop and manage the team — lead and coach team leaders and maintenance leads, set clear expectations, conduct performance reviews and handle employee relations with HR support. Manage resources and budgets — own labour and cost centre budgets, allocate people and equipment effectively, ensure accurate timekeeping and support capital planning. Improve equipment reliability — prioritise maintenance with engineering to reduce downtime and protect asset performance. Collaborate across functions — coordinate with quality, engineering, planning, HR, procurement and others, and represent the area in plant governance and audits. Make operational decisions and drive outcomes — set daily production priorities, manage shift performance actions, and recommend priority improvement and capital work. About you: Strong and proven experience in FMCG or complex manufacturing with hands-on production leadership Proven track record leading frontline teams (in a manufacturing environment) and managing labour performance Strong focus on safety, risk management and food/quality compliance, committed to a zero-harm mindset Skilled in structured problem-solving and continuous improvement (e.g. root-cause analysis) Degree in Engineering, Food Science, Industrial Engineering or Business preferred, and sound knowledge of NZ employment legislation (beneficial) Comfortable spending most of your time on the plant floor and providing escalation support outside standard hours in a 24/7 operation Commercial and data-driven: takes ownership of issues and delivers practical solutions rather than escalating unresolved problems Builds capability in others, enforces standards, and fosters a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Eligible to work in NZ 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 Site Operations, eager to learn, and enjoy working in a team environment, please submit your application soon. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close our job advertisements early. 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 Process Owner is responsible for leading health, safety, and regulatory compliance, overseeing day-to-day production results including output, efficiency, and cost control. Key duties also involve driving continuous improvement, managing and coaching the team, owning budgets, and improving equipment reliability.