Process Engineer

Kraft Heinz Company

Oversee daily production operations to meet safety, quality, and productivity targets.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (maintenance, quality, supply chain) to resolve process issues and optimize resource utilization.

Lead production planning, changeovers, and capacity optimization to achieve cost and service objectives.

Monitor and manage KPIs such as OEE, downtime, waste, and throughput to drive continuous performance improvement.

Ensure adherence to SOPs and best operational practices across shifts and production areas.

Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, product quality, and yield.

Provide technical support in troubleshooting, process validation, and performance optimization.

Support preventive and predictive maintenance programs to sustain equipment reliability.

Champion Lean Manufacturing methodologies (5S, Kaizen, VSM) to eliminate waste and improve process flow.

Facilitate root cause analysis using 5 Whys and Fishbone tools to address recurring issues.

Lead cross-functional improvement projects targeting cost reduction, productivity, and quality enhancement

Engage teams in Gemba walks, daily performance reviews, and visual management to sustain a culture of improvement.

Drive standardization, training, and empowerment to strengthen problem-solving capabilities at all levels.

Coach and develop operators and technicians in Lean practices and operational discipline

Foster teamwork, ownership, and accountability through transparent communication and performance feedback.

Support succession planning and skill development for future operational excellence leaders.