Production Leader - Night Shift

Mars•Cleveland, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the team behind one of the world’s most iconic brands. As a Production Leader, you’ll guide a team of 15–20 associates and play a pivotal role in delivering safe, high-quality M&M’s products while driving performance, engagement, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

3+ years in a supervisory or people leadership role within manufacturing.
3-5 years of overall manufacturing experience.
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across functions.
Working knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and continuous improvement principles.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and sometimes ambiguous environment.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Engineering, Sciences, or a technical field
Additional experience in sanitation, OSHA programs, or advanced food safety practices.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day operations for your production area—ensuring top-tier safety, quality, and efficiency.
Coach and grow associates, build strong teams, and foster a high-engagement environment.
Drive continuous improvement and support Mars Supply Excellence initiatives, including Autonomous Maintenance and AWTs.
Coordinate staffing, materials, and changeovers to keep production running smoothly.
Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP, food safety, and sanitation standards.
Partner with cross-functional leaders to execute reliability strategies and enhance line performance.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and manage on-shift escalations.
Support recruiting, onboarding, and ongoing development of operations talent.