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Champaign, Illinois, United States
Onsite
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership and Execution
Lead multiple approved capital projects simultaneously, including large and complex manufacturing projects
Develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, milestones, and execution plans
Drive project execution from approved design through installation, commissioning, startup, and final handoff
Monitor project performance and resolve barriers that impact safety, quality, cost, or timing
Ensure project deliverables are completed with strong execution discipline and clear accountability
Engineering and Technical Delivery
Lead preliminary and final design engineering activities for capital projects
Oversee technical specifications, equipment selection, contractor coordination, and installation planning
Provide on-site engineering support during construction, installation, testing, and startup
Ensure assets are implemented in accordance with engineering, safety, quality, and operational standards
Support troubleshooting and technical problem-solving during project execution
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with operations, maintenance, quality, safety, finance, procurement, and plant leadership to support project success
Lead cross-functional communication, stakeholder alignment, and decision-making throughout the project lifecycle
Establish and maintain project governance routines, status reporting, and escalation processes
Coordinate project dependencies to ensure efficient implementation and readiness for startup
Risk, Controls, and Reporting
Develop and maintain project estimates, forecasts, schedules, and status reporting
Identify project risks and lead mitigation planning to protect project delivery
Track project costs, timelines, and implementation progress against approved plans
Ensure project documentation, reporting, and closeout activities are complete and accurate
Startup and Handoff
Support trial runs, commissioning, startup readiness, and early operational stabilization
Ensure action items and final action items are completed prior to project closeout
Partner with plant teams to transition assets into operation successfully
Capture lessons learned and applied them to future project execution
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
3+ years of engineering and capital project experience in manufacturing, industrial, or consumer packaged goods environments
Demonstrated experience leading multiple capital projects simultaneously
Experience in project planning, design engineering, construction support, installation, commissioning, and startup
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project leadership skills
Ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams in a plant environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in food and beverage or consumer packaged goods manufacturing
Experience supporting large-scale capital projects in an operating plant environment
Experience with project governance, risk management, and reporting routines
PMP or similar project management certification preferred
Key Competencies
Capital project execution
Engineering leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Project planning and controls
Risk management
Communication and stakeholder management
Problem-solving and decision-making
Startup and commissioning discipline
Working Conditions
Role is based on site in Champaign, IL
Frequent plant-floor presence required during active project phases
Travel may be required on a limited basis to support project execution, vendors, or related site activity
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Success Measures
Success in this role will be measured by:
Safe and effective delivery of approved capital projects
Achievement of project scope, schedule, and budget commitments
Strong startup readiness and asset handoff execution
Effective cross-functional leadership and stakeholder alignment
Consistent project reporting, governance, and execution discipline
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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:
$89,800.00 - $112,200.00Bonus: 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)
Champaign PlantKraft 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 NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.
