Description

Company: Mars Wrigley- Gainesville, GA

Title: Production Leader

Required Shift:

12 Hour Days D Shift Rotating Shift

2-2-3 Rotation

5:00 pm - 5:30am

Week 1: On Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (Off Wednesday & Thursday)

Week 2: On Wednesday & Thursday (Off Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday)

Job Purpose:

The Production Leader is a shift-based, front-line operations people leader with on average around 15 direct reports. The Production Leader drives safety, quality, continuous improvement, performance management, associate development, team engagement and operating results. The Production Leader is responsible for building an effective team and managing the training and organizational strategies.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting
• 2+ years in a people management or leader role
• Working knowledge in a GMP and continuous improvement environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc), internet software, e-mail.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying pushing (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling and gripping
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, leaning over equipment and work in confined spaces
• Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
• Ability to read, write and speak English

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree related to Engineering, basic sciences, or technical discipline.
• 4+ years in a manufacturing setting
• 3+ years in a people manager position
• Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts.
• Experience in plant sanitation practices and procedures
• OSHA experience or certification

Key Responsibilities

• Conversion - Manage the efforts of operating teams of a multi- line, area or technology on one shift in the efficient conversion of materials into quality products in a safe, secure and sanitary manner within the product design specifications.
• Change Agent - Implement changes in methods, equipment, systems and organization, as needed, to assure that the objectives of the line/area are met, and give input and recommendations for such changes by using a Continuous Improvement mindset
• Mars Supply Excellence - Lead or participate in one or more MSE Pillars; Lead and support the implementation of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Autonomous Work Teams (AWTs) in area of responsibility; Lead key connection points and own reliability data collection accuracy.
• Area Ownership - Collaborate with the rest of the Area Leadership Team (Area Manager or Continuous Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Specialist, Maintenance Coordinator) to create and execute the reliability strategy for area of responsibility
• Coaching - Coach operators to build their functional and leadership capabilities and to drive accountability in safety, Quality and Food Safety, Autonomous Maintenance, and team engagement.
• Line Operations - Coordinate materials, staffing and resources to support line operation and changeovers.
• Standards Implementation and Adherence - Ensure standards are implemented on shift and in area of responsibility through effective communication, change management, consistent reinforcement, and through coaching, guidance, and accountability measures.
• Associate Safety - Ensure safe working conditions as well as safe behaviors and mindsets through the direct implementation of Mars Safety programs and through driving a relentless focus among team of operators
• Food Safety and Product Quality - Ensure the ongoing production of safe and defect free products consistent with the principles of Mars. HACCP proficiency is required; this manager owns ongoing training and championing of quality goals and improvements at the Area Shift level.
• Associate Advocacy - Manage associate relations issues and guide and direct the hiring, training, retraining, development and motivation of Operations associates following self-managed, team working principles with a minimum degree of guidance from the Area Manager or Value Stream Manager.
• Engagement - Responsible for facilitating and driving an environment of high associate engagement on the team.
• Goal Setting and Measurement - With the general guidance of the Value Stream or Area Manager, and/or the support of the Continuous Improvement Engineer, establish line and individual performance standards and goals, and measure, control, take corrective action and report results as appropriate.
• Troubleshooting - Utilize the technical resources on shift for the preventive maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of process/packaging equipment problems, with the objective of effectively using these resources to achieve desired performance levels.
• Escalations - Proactively identify risks and opportunities as well as reactively lead on-shift incident resolution when operators require additional support. Prioritize, assign resources against escalated issues, and make decisions to resolve escalated issues.
• Communications - Ensure that open communications are established and that opportunities to broaden the scope and responsibility of Operations teams/associates are undertaken.
• Technology Advancement - Advise when opportunities exist for moving the line/area forward in technological change.
• Operations Strategy - Participate in the implementation of improvement strategies that will help the line/area perform more effectively in the near term.

Allergies: if you have an allergy to soy lecithin, please let the recruiter know in your initial screen.

What do we Manufacture?

• Your favorite GUM brands including Orbit, 5 Gum, Eclipse, Extra, ect.
• *Additional compensation and total rewards details below

What will be the Interview Process?

• Application> resume review > recruiter phone screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > onsite panel interview> Interview team decision

Compensation:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Annual variable bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases

Total Rewards:

• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

Training & Onboarding:

• 3-day initial orientation on start date (Day Shift)
• 6-week training program (Flexible between Day & Night Shift)

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package
• To be respected and valued
• The Five Principles are at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity to work cross-functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.