Sr. Analyst, Quality - Innovation

This role ensures efficient and effective evaluation and risk management of innovation and commercialization projects. This position works closely with the business units and cross functional teams to provide successful commercialization of new products, line extensions and product renovations within the Hydration Meals and Desserts platform. This position will support project trials, innovations, renovation and maintenance covering both internal and external manufacturing facilities. Travel required 40-55%. Candidate must be able to travel independently, have the ability to drive a vehicle, and be located near a major airport. Job Description

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Evaluate and conduct on-site assessments for new lines, product extensions and new equipment.
• Evaluate and improve existing business tools to drive efficiency in the onboarding processes
• Support commercialization activities
• Monitor, track and report corrective actions and timing of follow ups from each assessment
• Review copacker HACCP plans for compliance to Kraft Heinz External Manufacturers Food Safety & Quality Expectations manual
• Communicate business risk to cross functional business partners
• Schedule and lead Platinum Rule phone assessments
• Communicate business risk to cross functional business partners
• Factory, EM or Supplier Assessment (e.g., QRMP, Platinum/Golden Rules) or Audit Support

Expected Experience & Required Skills

• Quality experience within food or CPG preferred
• Plant quality experience in one or multiple food factories
• Regulatory Compliance familiarity with USDA, FDA or CFIA preferred
• Food Safety / Microbiology preferred
• Understanding of the procurement processes

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.

New Hire Base Salary Range:
$89,800.00 - $112,200.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

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

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, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Glenview R&D Center

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 View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance.