Shift Lead: Sachet Line (1st & 3rd Shift)

Mars•Columbus, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shift Lead is a shift-based, front-line operations people leader who is responsible for delivering operational targets and leading teams up to 15 production associates. This role drives safety, quality, continuous improvement, performance management, associate development, team engagement, and operating results. The site manufactures Petfood.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
4+ years of experience in a technical manufacturing environment
Experience and demonstrated capability in leading others
Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc), internet software, e-mail
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 (s)
Previous direct people leadership experience
Experience in plant sanitation practices and procedures.
OSHA experience or certification

Responsibilities

Manage the operating teams of on average 15 associates on assigned shift
Conversion of materials into quality products in a safe, secure and sanitary manner
Implement changes in methods, equipment, systems and organization and give recommendations using a Continuous Improvement mindset
Lead or participate in one or more MSE Pillars
Collaborate with the the Area Leadership Team to create and execute the reliability strategy for area of responsibility
Coach operators to build their functional and leadership capabilities
Coordinate materials, staffing and resources to support line operation and changeovers.
Manage associate relations: hiring, onboarding, training, retraining, development, measure performance, engagement and motivation.
Repair and troubleshoot process/packaging equipment problems
Proactively identify risks and opportunities as well as reactively lead on-shift incident resolution when operators require additional support.