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Kraft Heinz Company

Quality Lead

Kraft Heinz Company, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States, 52404


All Posting Locations:Cedar Rapids, IA, US

Job Functions:Quality

Date Published:July 27, 2024

Ref#:R-84824

ABOUT THE ROLEJob DescriptionQuality Lead – 2nd Shift

Location:

Kraft Heinz – Cedar Rapids

4601 C Street SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

Plant Overview:

3-Shift Operation

Non-Union Facility with approximately 200 hourly staff members which are a mix of temporary and full-time associates.

100% Food Service, 4 bag soup lines, 1 tub line, 18 Kettles, 5 Filling lines, and 4 packaging lines.

Products include Frozen Soups and Macaroni & Cheese

Job Overview:Are you ready to join a team that produces quality products that are amongst over 50 household brands in the U.S.? This is a place for you to create your career and make a difference! Kraft Heinz in Cedar Rapids is looking for candidates that want to make great soups!

Provide leadership and support for QA department testing, inspection, and evaluation practices as well as support functions related to materials, production, and sanitation incident management. Assists with planning and implementing food safety programs, such as but not limited to, analytical and micro testing, material coordination, non-conforming product, allergen testing compliance, HACCP, Sanitation, QRMP and QA system management. Initiate and complete food safety incident investigations through using root cause analysis. Complete routine auditing of practices and documentation as assigned as well as review of training, records, and documentation. Complete validation and verification studies of the food safety programs. Complete additional projects related to quality improvements or cost saving initiatives as assigned. Strong leadership, organizational, and technical skills required for this position.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Involved in leadership of overall activities of the quality assurance department.

Training and development of department technicians.

Initiating root cause analysis and problem-solving practices to resolve incidents and held product.

Participate and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Support to all testing functions of the department as needed.

Knowledge of and assistance to regulatory programs to ensure the factory meets all FDA and USDA regulatory requirements, as well as internal quality system requirements.

Monitor food safety practices including HACCP and allergen programs.

Assist with organization of internal and external audits.

Develop, implement, and maintain quality system policies.

Monitor quality assurance, production, and material inspection, adherence, and compliance as assigned.

Aid in the advancement of the quality systems and programs.

Follow all company safety policies and provide recommendations for improvements of processes and programs.

Responsible for following all Food Safety Policies and Safety Procedures.

Responsible for Q-RMP standards implementation as defined by the accountability list document.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science-Biology/Chemistry/Food Science or equivalent job experience preferred.

5+ years of Quality Assurance experience preferred.

Able to obtain HACCP certification.

Proven professional relationships with regulatory agency personnel.

Able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing, strong leadership, and task management skills, troubleshoot issues with little supervision.

Analyze, research, and resolve problems, with good follow-up skills.

Employees will follow all safety protocols and perform their job responsibilities in a safe manner. Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

Work Schedule:2nd Shift

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

Medical.

Dental.

Vision.

Additional perks: Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, etc.

Health Reimbursement Account or Health Savings Account.

Pay Rate: $26.14

Start earning PTO at hire, generous.

Non-Union

Field Operations Incentive Plan- BONUS PLAN

Equal Opportunity Employer: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

NATAI@kraftheinz.com .

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