Logistics Production Leader

Mars•Cleveland, TN

About The Position

The Logistics Production Leader, also referred to as Production Lead, demonstrates ownership and responsibility for a set of machines, equipment, and/or processes within their working area. The role carries out routine operational tasks to achieve area targets, including starting up and shutting down equipment, monitoring, cleaning, basic changeovers, minor repairs, routine checks and inspections, and using basic ancillary equipment and computer programs. The position leads a shift team of up to 15 associates and is accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment. The leader coaches and guides the logistics team toward agreed goals, works with all levels and functions across the plant, escalates issues as appropriate, and provides accurate verbal and written handovers. The role also repairs mechanical breakdowns using trained knowledge and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent education.
Fluent English verbal and written skills.
Experience in the FMCG / Factory Operations industry.
Mechanical training or experience in fault-finding.
At least 3 years of leadership experience.
Ability to lift and carry 10–50 lbs frequently and push or pull 50–300 lbs frequently.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, handle, and grip frequently.
Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods, with a minimum of eight hours in one shift.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

Lead a shift team of up to 15 associates to contribute to achievement of targets.
Take accountability for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment.
Coach and lead the logistics team to meet agreed-upon goals.
Work directly with all levels and functions, using an understanding of major plant functions.
Escalate issues as appropriate and provide full and accurate verbal and written handovers.
Repair mechanical breakdowns using trained knowledge and experience.
Carry out routine operational tasks, including equipment start-up and shutdown, monitoring, cleaning, basic changeovers, minor repairs, routine checks and inspections, and use of basic ancillary equipment and computer programs.