Director - meals

Job Functions: Manufacturing

Date Published: September 15, 2025

Ref#: R-96452

Remote, Hybrid or Onsite: Remote

ABOUT THE ROLE

Job Description

This is a role for someone who craves a global challenge balanced by the desire to be accountable for delivering against the model in the largest zone in Kraft Heinz. The KHMS Associate Director has the crucial role of coaching, teaching, and assessing the implementation of Plant performance systems including Performance Boards, Operational Meetings, Line Balancing, Workforce Crewing & Scheduling, Multi Machine Operations, Autonomous Teams and Trio Pathway execution as dictated by the Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS). As a company we believe that following the KHMS discipline will allow us to achieve the ambitious targets. The role will report directly to the Head of North America KHMS to ensure consistent understanding of Standards and GOP’s. This role seeks to improve all manufacturing KPIs, and improve the execution and governance of KHMS. The tools used are data, digital systems, KHMS trainings, coaching teams on the floor, strategy creation and execution, etc. The role has a high level of influence on the KHMS strategy and owns the OEE and Labor strategies. The role also serves as a decision maker for several Digital Manufacturing products (OEE Systems, DPM Dashboard, etc.). This role collaborates with Global to approve expectations to MBO targets such as OEE and Labor.

What's on the Menu:

• Manage 2-3 direct reports – develop talent, guide on strategy development (20%)
• Lead BU-centric approach for KHMS, partnering with BU lead and Pod leads (20%)
• Develop and execute strategy for pillar that will deliver results in line with AOP and 5 Year Strategic Plan. (10%)
• Coach and teach KHMS Pillar chapters to boost the capability of all employees (20%)
• Collaborate with functional groups, pillar owners, digital team, and global KHMS to simplify KHMS and deliver a single solution to plants that incorporates all pillars (20%)
• Lead efforts to share best practices and develop enhancements to Pillar content and assessment criteria. (10%)

Recipe for Growth:

• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations leadership, maintenance, supply chain, lean manufacturing and management systems
• Ability to coach and lead at all levels of the organization – from operator to BU lead

Work Environment & Schedule

This position is considered a Field based environment; role requires frequent travel to customer locations, stores, manufacturing facilities, etc. Additionally, this role requires normal working hours and travel up to 50%.

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:

$159,400.00 – $199,200.00

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)

Employee’s Home – National

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 [email protected] for assistance.

MANUFACTURING AT KRAFT HEINZ

THE
MAKERS

Our Manufacturing team is a fully-integrated end-to-end supply chain. We’re the backbone of Kraft Heinz. The people behind the products, delivering the highest quality and value.

Whether you’re a seasoned manufacturing veteran or new to the world of plants, there’s tons of opportunity for career growth and development.