HR Process Lead

Hourly manufacturing position

Job Description

The Kraft Heinz Company is currently seeking   a   HR  Process Lead to work at our processing facility in Lowville, NY. Successful candidates must be willing to supply   improvements   suggestions and ideas to help continue the success of our facility. Ideal individuals must be safety and quality orientated along with   demonstrate   adaptability and willingness to work in a team orientated, fast paced work environment. This position requires individuals to perform general production duties in a food manufacturing environment following strict quality and safety standards.

EEO Policy

Kraft Heinz is an EO employer – Underrepresented groups/Women/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories

The company will review reasonable accommodations as   required .

Benefits & Compensation Overview:

We offer a variety of benefits depending on how you chose what is best for you, but what is offered are:

- Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Reimbursement Account/Health Savings Account.

- Additional   perks : Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Company paid Life Insurance, Company paid Short-term disability

- $30.37-35.91/hr

- A $1.00 shift differential for second   or and   $1.25 shift differential for third shift.

Work Schedule:

Schedule is based on 7 days per   week   production.

Plant & Community Overview:

The Lowville plant produces the legendary Philadelphia Cream Cheese! Built in 1971, the facility is over 400,000 square feet and houses 13 production lines. Milk and cream   is   supplied by local farms. With over 400 employees, the plant is one of the largest employers in Lewis County.

For more information on the company or the community, visit https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com/ or https://lowville.racog.org/

Job Overview:

The HR Process Lead owns and improves key plant HR processes that strengthen leader execution, workforce stability, compliance, and employee experience. This role   is responsible for   driving process effectiveness across core   people   systems,   identifying   trends and gaps, and partnering with plant leaders to improve follow-through on HR priorities. The position goes beyond transactional support by leading structured HR process management, accountability routines, and continuous improvement efforts tied to business and   people   outcomes.

Responsibilities & Duties:

- Own designated plant HR processes from planning through execution, follow-up, and improvement

- Monitor process performance across areas such as onboarding, attendance management, training completion, retention, and leader compliance

- Identify   trends, risks, and recurring breakdowns, and recommend corrective actions to plant leadership

- Drive accountability with leaders for   timely   completion of required people-process activities and follow-up actions

- Build,   maintain , and interpret process dashboards, trackers, and reporting tools to support decision-making

- Standardize and improve HR workflows to increase consistency, efficiency, and policy adherence

- Partner with supervisors and plant leaders to strengthen execution of attendance, onboarding, engagement, and compliance-related practices

- Support employee relations processes through documentation coordination, follow-up tracking, and process discipline

- Lead administration of select HR programs where needed, with emphasis on process quality, consistency, and measurable outcomes

- Ensure HR processes align with state and federal regulations, Kraft Heinz policies, and plant operating requirements

- Own payroll administration processes for the plant, including issue resolution, accuracy follow-up, and process compliance

- Monitor attendance trends and   maintain   discipline tracking to support   timely , consistent leader action

- Partner with supervisors to ensure attendance-related corrective action steps are completed accurately and on time

- Serve as a primary employee resource for general HR questions, issue triage, and guidance on routine people-process matters

- Identify   recurring payroll, attendance, or employee-support issues and recommend process improvements

- Build and   maintain   reporting and tracking tools that improve visibility, consistency, and follow-through across plant HR processes

- Support plant leaders by reinforcing compliance with required people practices, policies, and documentation standards

Sanitation:

Will ensure that the equipment and machinery they work with is cleaned and sanitized according to the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program rules explained at the beginning of the employment and during refresher sessions.

Quality Assurance:

Ensures all products manufactured align with the Quality Assurance Program and policies reviewed during   the on the   job training applicable to this specific operation function.

Safety:

Will follow the Kraft Heinz Safety Process and will keep themself and others away from harm while performing their duties. Will adhere to LOTO policy and procedures.

Qualifications and Education Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in human resources or business-related field. Two years’ experience in   HR   field. 1 yr. SAP/LIS administration experience desired. Must have effective leadership,   strong communication , solid customer   service   and proven abilities with skills such as initiative, planning and organizing, follow-up, interpersonal, and problem solving. Must   possess   ability   to effectively   establish   relationships and trust within all levels of the organization.

Additional Notes:

Weekend and Holiday Work Will Be Required.

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, Recognition, Training
- Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
- Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Lowville Plant

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 [email protected] .