Mars · 11 hours ago
Industrial Engineer Manager/Lead
Lewisburg, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
3+ years expMars is seeking an Industrial Engineer Manager/Lead to provide strategic leadership for site performance improvement. This role involves developing performance measurement systems, implementing improvement programs, and fostering a continuous improvement culture among associates.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Partnering regionally to define the site role within the network Site Strategy deployment
Own the base masterplan submission with site technical manager
Support regional/global IE in providing data to establish the long-term capacity picture - develop with the SMT the site 0 -2 years capacity plan. - Investment planning 1–4-year time horizon
Develop and implement programs for improvement including process flow, people organization, work design, and ensure that all programs are implemented in a manner consistent with the operating philosophy of the Royal Canin
Play an active role in the regional and global IE community and share best practices
Benchmarking within site (OEE, change-over, throughput, etc.) and across network
Utilizes Global benchmarking tools across similar supply units in Mars or external
Communicates results, utilizes bench marking results to develop area ownership and associate development in business skills
Use outcome of benchmarking to establish roadmap to best in class across the different element of the toolkit for the site working with all the site teams on non-financials
Own site Small Minor Capital Budget and strategy to maximize its effectiveness
Budget Reporting and Phasing (in partnership with Eng and finance)
Supports writing of CAB projects for the segment (KPI matrix for the project)
Write Site Projects of Small Minor, and Large Minor scale
Weekly and Periodic Reporting to drive data driven culture and fact-based decisions
PM Tool Kit and MOS Dashboard
Sets Site targets and gains alignment on key priority and working areas
Ongoing improvement of Key Metrics (TRS, OEE, NQC, etc.)
Contribute for the Financial roadmap
Partner with finance for the planning and development of annual cost standards (based on historical data and known planned improvements) and provides updates for the site Operating Plan and ensuring alignment with key business strategies
Build with the different site functions the 3 years roadmap linking it to the DIB program using analysis and aligning on priorities within the site leadership teams
Incorporate the 3 years roadmaps of site improvements into the yearly Operating plan preparation and track execution
Ensure KPI’s are measured and tracked in line with the globally aligned definition
Lead the development and implementation of change control initiatives impacting the site from an activity management perspective
Act as back-up senior site associate and play a key role in developing site direction in conjunction with fellow Management Team
Represents the Lewisburg Site when aligning Best Practices among the broader community
Qualification
Required
Post Secondary Education Required
Proven success in implementing sustained continuous improvement initiatives
Experience setting, supporting and deploying strategy
Proven experience in leading transformative and revolutionary change
Preferred
BASc (Engineering, Food)
Minimum 3 years manufacturing project/team leadership experience (within a FMCPG Industry preferred)
Benefits
Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
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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