Roasting Production Lead

Mars•Elizabethtown, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Leader is a shift-based, front-line operations leader responsible for managing an average of 15 production associates. This role focuses on efficiently improving quality, safety, continuous improvement, performance management, associate development, team engagement, and operating results. The factory manufactures DOVE chocolate. The role involves managing and motivating a team to meet KPIs, implementing changes, collaborating with leadership, coaching operators, and coordinating resources to ensure production of quality, safe, and defect-free products.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
4+ years experience in a people management role
4+ years experience in a technical manufacturing continuous improvement environment
Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
Proficient in computer software’s including MS Office and email
Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.
Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours
Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or certifications
Mechanical training or experience

Responsibilities

Manage and motivate a team of up to 15 associates to meet KPIs, maintaining a strong focus on quality and safety while fostering associate engagement and development.
Implement changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization as needed to ensure line/area objectives are achieved.
Provide recommendations using a Continuous Improvement mindset.
Collaborate with the Area Leadership team to enhance strategies for improved line/area performance.
Coach operators to develop their functional and leadership capabilities, driving accountability within the team.
Coordinate materials, staffing, and resources to support line operations and changeovers.
Ensure ongoing production and conversion of materials into quality, safe, and defect-free products, consistent with Mars principles.
Any ad hoc requests.