Posted on:May.02.2023
Quality Manager, Kraft Heinz Company, Jacksonville, FL, USA
General information
All posting locations: Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America
Job Function: 07 - Quality
Date Published: 01-May-2023
Ref #: R-69521
Remote, Hybrid or Onsite: Onsite
Description & Requirements
Location: Jacksonville- FL: Sauces and Condiments
The Quality Manager is responsible for the implementation and execution of the Kraft Heinz Quality Chain Management System at the plant level- including distribution and local storage sites.?It controls all products and processes in the plant- through strict adherence to policies- specifications- and standards.?It utilizes methods- tools- and procedures to deliver zero defects from incoming raw materials to outgoing finished goods in a food safe environment. The position ensures that facility personnel are properly resourced and trained to execute their quality responsibilities efficiently and effectively.?It leads Continuous Improvement of conformance quality and best in class cost of quality by utilizing L6S tools.?The position has significant managerial responsibilities- including hiring and developing talent as well as budget management.
Implement and assure compliance to all Food Safety- Regulatory- and Quality policies
Lead implementation of KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management System) and associated policies at plant site?
Ensure USDA and FDA regulations and respective plant programs are in compliance.
Maintain robust food safety program (e.g.KHMS- HACCP- sanitation- pest control- GMP- traceability)?
Ensure implementation of and compliance to Sanitation policies- programs- and procedures?
Ensure compliance /audit readiness – review all quality systems and policies annually?
Act as primary interface with regulatory agency representatives at the facility?
Develop plant Quality KPIs and scorecard?
Review quality management system metrics with the plant leadership team and BU Quality on a monthly basis?
Ensure appropriate documentation in place to support compliance to policies and procedures?
Manage plant quality labs to ensure all methods- equipment and measurements meet gauge reliability and repeatability (R&R) standards in both the laboratory and all plant processes?
Ensure standard work through development of work documentation and training to standards?
Audit results – no majors- no repeat majors?
FSSC certification
Expected Experience & Required Skills
CQE experience?
Food Safety and USDA Regulatory requirements?
Fundamental statistics (DMAIC Process/DFSS/Lean/metrology/MSA/sampling procedures)?
HACCP certified preferred?
Sanitation knowledge?
Development of quality knowledge?for all plant employees; coaching- guidance- role model quality standards
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is considered a Manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment Additionally- this role requires shifts- weekends- and all required overtime as needed.
Physical demands include but not limited to
Frequent – activity or conditions sustained 1/3 to 2/3 of working hours; Upright stance- keyboard or text input; Sedentary – occasionally exerting 0 – 10 lbs. of force- limited movement from workstation for brief periods of time.
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About Us
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. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. 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.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and Collaboration
We're not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.
As part of Kraft Heinz, you're supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.
Vaccination & Office Collaboration Expectations
Our highest priority is always the health, wellbeing, and safety of our Kraft Heinz family. We require our office-based, home-based, R&D, and sales team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless approved for a medical or religious accommodation.
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for assistance.