Quality Assurance Team Lead

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Hourly manufacturing position

Job Description

Location

Massillon Ohio

Benefits & Compensation Overview

Competitive Health, Vision, and Dental benefits

Company match 401(k) Plan

Company-paid Short Term Disability benefits.

Pay

The starting hourly wage for this role is $28 - $31 per hour.

Work Schedule

Full-time position

2nd shift, 2:00pm - 10:00pm

3rd shift, 9:30pm - 6:00am

OT as needed

Job Overview

Specific duties include: The Quality Lead will coordinate and assist in Quality and Sanitation activities within the facility, acting as a change agent, supporting, and promoting quality processes and implementation of new or improved quality programs within the plant. The position will serve as the primary point of contact for quality support to the production floor as well as other support functions.

Job Description:

• Support and promote quality processes and implementation of new or improved quality programs
• Interface with plant manufacturing personnel as needed including coordinating and assisting in Quality and Sanitation initiatives within the facility
• Conduct floor audits and provide feedback to employees and supervisors
• Back up all areas of the quality team as needed including but not limited to Microbiology, administrator, floor auditors, receiving quality
• Support Golden rule/internal audit program. Standard bearer as needed
• Support KHMS Implementation and Maintenance-chapter owner as needed
• Help maintain Internal Audit program including coordination of quality programs and preparations of reports of inspection as well as participation in external 3rd party audits as required
• Manages execution of site Food Safety Quality Program (QRMP) and HACCP programs.
• Support document control measures, backing up document control owner.
• HACCP Program Management
• Attend and maintain records and follow-up for Management Review
• Conduct and follow through on all Corrective Action and Preventative Actions
• Provide support in consumer complaint investigation and tracking
• Utilization of SAP including BI Reporting and input of COA results
• Verify there are no testing equipment issues on the lines
• Participate in daily finished product grading
• Support Mock Recalls as needed
• Support and help develop plant FSQ initiatives
• Present plant FSQ initiatives ion large group/plant meeting settings
• Support new hire FSQ initiatives
• It is the responsibility of all employees to adhere to all site rules, and to adhere to all ways of working, and processes and procedures within that role
• Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) participation is required
• Other duties as assigned or required.
• Ensures all products manufactured comply with the Quality Assurance Program and policies reviewed during the on the job training applicable to this specific operation function.
• Will follow instructions delivered during the training that explained the fundamentals of the Kraft Heinz Safety Process and will keep himself/herself and others away from harm while performing his/her duties. Will adhere to LOTO policy and procedures.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

• Ability to work in varied indoor/outdoor conditions (0°F to 100°F+, wet, humid, confined spaces).
• Physical ability to climb ladders, lift over 50 lbs., and perform tasks requiring agility, such as stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Requires excellent vision (distant, peripheral, color-distinguishing) and manual dexterity for operating tools and machinery.
• Ability to work in high-noise environments near moving mechanical parts, using necessary PPE.

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 commitment 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 cultivating 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.

Consideration will be given to individual qualifications and seniority in making final selection among applicants for this job. Candidate must successfully complete and receive a passing score on the Utility Qualification Exam as part of the selection process. Applicants must be willing to work any shift, weekends and holidays, maintain work area in an orderly and sanitary condition, perform any and all duties assigned, and perform all duties in compliance with Federal, State and local codes and laws, plant rules and practices of safety, conduct, sanitation, good housekeeping and quality.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io

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, Recognition, Training

• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Massillon - Hourly

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact View email address on click.appcast.io .