[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Kraft Heinz Company jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Kraft Heinz Company · Winchester Plant, VA # Manufacturing Manager Winchester Plant, Virginia, United States of America Manager or lead Manufacturing & Production Listed on Kraft Heinz Company’s official careers site. Posted September 25, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Kraft Heinz Company’s careers site →](https://jobs.kraftheinz.com/careers/job/1970324837531696) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Kraft Heinz Company](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/) / Manufacturing Manager ## Job description ### KHMS Cultural Transformation and Leadership Drive the implementation of digital technologies and agile methodologies to support the KHMS cultural transformation, achieving an empowered culture with World Class standards and results for Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People. Lead and develop a team of production front-line leaders, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and safety. ### Safety and Quality Excellence Implement strategies to drive a Safety & Quality Perfect Culture throughout the Processes, leveraging digital tools and data analytics to identify areas for improvement. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, customer specifications, and industry standards with USDA & FDA. ### Production Optimization Achieve desired production costs, including fixed and variable labor costs, Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE), waste, attainment, and business waste. Utilize digital tools to optimize production planning and scheduling and take ownership of savings initiatives for the department. Managing workforce during seasonality and be cost effective with labor hours per ton. ### Product Portfolio Management Work with Plant Manager, S&OP, Production Scheduling and Maintenance to support managing a complex product portfolio for optimal run strategy and influence future fit portfolio transformation to produce quality products in a safe and cost-effective manner. Evaluating potential service risk in the network, building strategies to mitigate impacts, and support the Business before there is a risk. ### Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration Liaise and collaborate with key stakeholders (departments) to ensure full alignment with production schedules, key production milestones and requirements, including Sanitation, Quality, Maintenance, Research & Development, Planning, Logistics, and Brand. ### Continuous Improvement and Innovation Work with KHMS leads to develop and implement continuous improvement programs and identify opportunities to leverage KHMS strategies and digital technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement in production processes. ### Data-Driven Decision Making Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior management, providing regular updates on plant performance, risks, and opportunities. Utilize digital tools to enhance data analytics and reporting. Such as production volume, yield rate, defect rates, downtime hours per shift, and other key performance indicators (KPIs), to identify areas for improvement. ### Finance and Resource Management Manage and optimize the production budget and resources to ensure efficient and effective operations. Reporting Capex project forecast and milestones. ### Engagement and Leadership Development Foster positive employee relations and engagement by developing front-line leaders, providing coaching, mentoring, and feedback. Collaborate with functional leads and stakeholders to develop and implement short and long-term employee engagement strategies using KHMS and KHC leadership principles. Bachelor's degree in business, Food Technology, or related degree is strongly preferred 8-10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment is required 5 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment is required with a proven track record of driving transformational change and achieving operational excellence. ### Business and Financial Acumen Demonstrated understanding of business principles, including financial management, market trends, and competitive analysis, with a proven ability to manage budgets, forecast financial performance, and make data-driven decisions that optimize financial results. ### Transformational Leadership Proven ability to drive transformational change, achieve operational excellence, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement. ### Leadership & Team Development Demonstrated ability to motivate, coach, and empower team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. ### Effective Communication & Collaboration Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to lead change, collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and leadership. ### Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills Strong analytical capabilities to assess performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop effective strategies that enhance operational efficiency and productivity. Must be able to work flexible hours and weekend work. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 25, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 23 days - Location: Winchester Plant, Virginia, United States of America[Apply on Kraft Heinz Company’s careers site →](https://jobs.kraftheinz.com/careers/job/1970324837531696) ## More jobs at Kraft Heinz Company ### [Tech U Program – Apprenticeship Program](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/1f95d28d7bf9e972cd80/) Winchester Plant, Virginia, United States of America ### [Plant Controller, Winchester, VA Plant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/e2868874481f2a73d4ea/) Winchester Plant, Virginia, United States of America ### [2nd Shift Production Packer Monday-Friday 2:30pm-10:30pm *Starting Pay $20.39*](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/cd9ab167c1bb47de51ee/) Mason, OH, US ### [2nd Shift Supervisor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/b2490e42f45a6a459b9e/) Kendallville Plant, Indiana, United States of America ### [2nd Shift Team Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/kraft-heinz-company/jobs/4bbd70b8cbcac0e21de4/) Kendallville Plant, Indiana, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Associate Manufacturing Analyst / Manufacturing Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/northrop-grumman/jobs/c79794e0973141135a40/) Northrop Grumman · United States-California-Palmdale ### [Manufacturing Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fastenal/jobs/273b5b1b6d7a012e44da/) Fastenal · Wallingford, CT ### [Manufacturing Machinist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fastenal/jobs/130ddecff24882845dd2/) Fastenal · Wallingford, CT ### [Manufacturing Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/e972c11d39ecbdf5b799/) Lockheed Martin · Archbald, PA ### [Manufacturing Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/lockheed-martin/jobs/3737c10567805b78d6e2/) Lockheed Martin · Camden, AR OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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