Mars · 1 day ago
Production Coordinator
Albany, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expMars Wrigley is a leading company in the manufacturing sector, and they are seeking a Production Coordinator to lead and integrate team efforts across shifts. The role involves managing production schedules, ensuring quality and safety, and providing guidance to machine operators to optimize production efficiency.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Works directly with the Production Leader to create the daily and weekly production plan and supports the execution of the plan focused on associate capability and flawless execution
In the absence of the Production Leader, performs the duties of the role demonstrating the necessary leadership behaviors
As the subject matter expert of the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Daily Management Systems (DMS) provides guidance and training to Associates in these areas of expertise; including DMS, Clean Inspect Lubricate (CIL), Centerlines (CL’s), Abnormality Handling, and 5S
Drives loss elimination of raw ingredients, packaging material, and finished goods through observation of production operations and by analyzing loss data to recommend solutions
Participates in the execution of planned production “stops” to perform regular maintenance or other routine activities; coaches operators on the effectiveness of proactive planning versus unplanned breakdowns
Production Coordinators effectively communicate with Value Stream Managers, CI Engineers, Maintenance Leads, and Quality & Safety Associates regarding decisions made to directly impact the productivity of work area
Follow all GMP’s/PPE for site
Adhere to quality assurance standards
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Frequent lifting/carrying pushing (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping
Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, leaning over equipment and work in confined spaces
Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift)
Ability to understand, communicate, read, and write basic work-related English
Preferred
Associate or Technical degree
5+ years of experience in manufacturing with progressive levels of responsibility
Certified Trainer (Daily Management System (DMS) Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Problem solving, etc
Experience using Weever
JDA knowledge
Benefits
Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
Up to 6% 401K match
Vacation time
Tuition reimbursement
Short/Long Term disability
18 weeks parental leave
Company
Mars
Mars is a manufacturer of pet food, confectionery, and other food products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-03-04Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Claus Aagaard
CFO
Meghal Sheth
CFO, Mars Wrigley India
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