Head of Factory - Jonesboro

Unilever • Jonesboro, AR

265d • $210,600 - $421,200

About The Position

The Factory Director, Jonesboro will lead people and activities in the factory to achieve supply chain success. They own supply chain targets including service, costs, productivity, quality, innovation, OSHE and employee engagement. The Factory Director inspires, develops and leads the local management team to implement and sustain supply chain and category strategies including those in safety, quality, World Class Manufacturing, employee relations, performance management and development of talent. S/he is a critical member of the broader supply chain leadership team and leads the development & sharing of best practices across the network and works across silos to deliver the Supply Chain OKRs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 15 years in a Supply Chain role (Manufacturing, Technology, EHS, Quality)
• Minimum 3 years working in a role leading an entire factory, preferably at the Director level
• Experience in Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Own operational KPIs for the site including safety, quality, service, productivity, and cost
• Develop and deliver to site annual budget and through programs to achieve competitive results
• Manage site leadership team to deliver daily excellence and develop future technical leaders in Manufacturing and Engineering
• Accelerate Unilever Manufacturing System (continuous improvement) methodology and culture as the way to deliver sustainable results and improve performance
• Foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion where team members thrive
• Drive a step change in manufacturing capability with a focus on flexibility and responsiveness
• Lead across supply chain, breaking down silos to deliver end to end results and deeper connection to business and consumers
• Drive digital transformation, including automation, to improve site efficiency and enhance manufacturing capabilities
• Own the sustainability agenda to reduce the environmental footprint
• Foster a culture that develops both salaried and hourly team members and creates an environment of positive employee relations
• Review and approve facility plans and audits to address ongoing needs of operation, compliance with governing rules, regulations and leasehold requirements and ensure minimized exposure to environmental risk and hazards
• Ensure site competitiveness through ongoing identification and implementation of value improvement projects (VIPs)

Benefits

• Health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)
• Retirement savings benefits
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Parental leave
• Sick leave
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Access to numerous voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree