All Posting Locations: Chicago, IL, US
Job Functions: Manufacturing
Date Published: August 20, 2024
Ref#: R-83212
Remote, Hybrid or Onsite: Hybrid
ABOUT THE ROLE
Job Description
Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits and perks, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 7% 401(k) matching, and an industry-leading total rewards package that emphasizes a high discretionary bonus.
- Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees, and immediately upon hire for salaried employees.
As part of the enterprise Zone Technical Execution (ZTE) organization, the Capital Engineering team plans and delivers new and renovated systems and capital assets at internal manufacturing sites across North America. Reporting directly to the Head of Engineering & Capital Execution, the Engineering & Portfolio Management Lead is responsible for establishing linkages with Manufacturing Pod Leads, Plant Operations, and North American Technical Services Engineering Teams.
You will be responsible for coaching and mentoring assigned plants engineering and technical staff in all aspects of capital project management and plant engineering.
You will participate in cross functional Peer Reviews for major Capital projects (>$1MM) within the North American zone portfolio across more than 30 sites in the US and Canada, ensuring projects are right-sized and fit-for-purpose.
What's on the menu?
CAPEX Planning and Budgeting
- Work across Maintenance package owners and in close cooperation with Manufacturing and Supply Chain leads to properly define, prioritize and budget capital projects.
Portfolio Management
- Accountable for the health, compliance and successful delivery of all Maintenance and select Growth projects within assigned portfolio.
- Ensure all work carried out and equipment installed is safe and in compliance with KHC standards.
- Mentor site Engineering and Capital Project Managers on using lean construction techniques.
- Approve project change control requests and use of contingency or supplemental funds.
- Prepare and provide portfolio status reports to Global and North American committees.
Capital Appropriation Requests (CAR)
- Serve as Engineering representative for all Technical Peer Reviews (TPR’s) within assigned portfolio.
- Review and approve emergency CAR (eCAR) requests from sites.
Management System (KHMS)
- Conduct audits and health checks.
- Work with PMO on KHMS updates.
Project Management Standards, Tools
- Work with PMO in driving continuous improvement of capital project management activities.
- Develop and share best practices and key performance indicators (KPI's).
- Maintain on-boarding and training to site and network Engineering and Capital Project Managers.
Performance & Talent Management
- Manage and mentor direct reports including ongoing feedback and annual reviews.
- Work closely with Engineering, Technical Services, and HR partners to develop team members.
Recipe for Success – apply now if this sounds like you!
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an accredited engineering school is required.
- Experience in engineering, project management and/or technical leadership.
- Advanced CPG Food Engineering expertise demonstrated by previous successful project implementations.
- Strong background in process and packaging equipment for the food industry.
- Demonstrated ability to manage cross functional teams on large capital projects of $20MM or more.
- Understanding of capital financial and manufacturing Key Performance Indicators.
- Team-oriented approach.
Location(s)
Avon Plant, Beaver Dam Plant, Champaign Plant, Chicago/Aon Center, Davenport Plant, Dover Plant, Fremont Factory, Garland Plant, Massillon, Mt Royal Plant, Muscatine Factory, Newberry Plant, Pittsburgh/PPG, Winchester Plant, Woodstock Plant
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type.
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Our Manufacturing team is a fully-integrated end-to-end supply chain. We’re the backbone of Kraft Heinz.
Whether you’re a seasoned manufacturing veteran or new to the world of plants, there’s tons of opportunity for career growth and development.
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