Processing Shift Lead

About the role

Kraft Heinz is hiring a Processing Shift Lead in Springfield, Missouri, responsible for maintaining production line operations and supporting the team during shifts. The role covers maintenance, reliability, safety, quality risk management and production recovery after unscheduled downtime.

Key responsibilities

• Meet KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management System) requirements under the Maintenance, Reliability and Engineering pillar, including safety, health and environmental compliance
• Use lock out tag out, safety harness and other safety protocols when servicing equipment
• Perform machine maintenance preventive maintenance (PM) and repairs, and lead breakdown elimination
• Restore production after unscheduled downtime and clean, inspect, lubricate the line and handle defects
• Relieve operators for breaks and cover positions on the line as needed
• Use SAP for maintenance work orders and Machine Centerline Settings for proper product flow
• Lead the team in developing and implementing the shift plan and ensuring operating procedures are followed
• Support problem solving with Root Cause Failure Analysis and 5 Whys, and lead the Performance Board
• Own the QRMP (Quality Risk Management Process) system and standards, and take part in Daily Direction Setting meetings
• Analyze trends, coach and mentor team members, and plan and schedule as needed

Required profile

• Basic math, reading and communication skills
• Ability to implement maintenance procedures and preventive maintenance work orders without help
• Basic operation, process adjustments and repairs of the assigned line, and troubleshooting of highly mechanical lines (timing, alignment)
• 1 year of experience in industrial maintenance or a related degree preferred
• Ability to lead a team and deliver targets, with basic situational leadership and escalation skills
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, squat, kneel and reach overhead, and adjust to temperatures from the low 40s to the upper 90s

What we offer

• Healthcare coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• Wellbeing programs covering medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, paid time off, leave of absence and employee assistance
• Financial options such as 401k, life insurance and disability coverage