Mars · 12 hours ago
Night Production Shift Manager (Worsley)
Aurora, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
4+ years expMars is a family-owned business with over a century of history, producing diverse products and services for people and their pets. They are seeking a Night Production Shift Manager to lead front-line operations, improve quality and safety, and develop talent while managing a team of shift associates to meet operational targets.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Manage the efforts of multi-line, area, or technology operating teams on one shift to efficiently convert materials into quality products in a safe, secure, and sanitary manner within the product design specifications
Implement changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization, as needed, to ensure that the objectives of the line/area are met and give input and recommendations for such changes by using a continuous improvement mindset
Lead or participate in one or more MSE Pillars; Lead and support the implementation of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Autonomous Work Teams (AWTs) in area of responsibility; Lead key connection points and own reliability data collection accuracy
Collaborate with the rest of the Area Managership Team (Area Manager or Continuous Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Specialist, Maintenance Coordinator) to create and execute the reliability strategy for the area of responsibility
Coach operators to build their functional and Managerial capabilities and drive accountability in safety, Quality and Food Safety, Autonomous Maintenance, and team engagement
Coordinate materials, staffing, and resources to support line operation and changeovers
Ensure standards are implemented on shift and in areas of responsibility through effective communication, change management, consistent reinforcement, coaching, guidance, and accountability measures
Ensure safe working conditions, behaviors, and mindsets through the direct implementation of Mars Safety programs and driving a relentless focus among a team of operators
Ensure the ongoing Shift of safe and defect-free products consistent with the principles of Mars. HACCP proficiency is required; this manager owns ongoing training and championing of quality goals and improvements at the Area Shift level
Manage associate relations issues and guide and direct the hiring, training, retraining, development, and motivation of Operations associates following self-managed, team-working principles with a minimum degree of guidance from the Area Manager or Value Stream Manager
Responsible for facilitating and driving an environment of high associate engagement on the team
With the general guidance of the Value Stream or Area Manager and/or the support of the Continuous Improvement Engineer, establish line and individual performance standards and goals, and measure, control, take corrective action, and report results as appropriate
Utilize the technical resources on shift for the preventive maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of process/packaging equipment problems, to effectively use these resources to achieve desired performance levels
Proactively identify risks and opportunities and reactively lead on-shift incident resolution when operators require additional support. Prioritize, assign resources against escalated issues, and make decisions to resolve escalated issues
Ensure that open communications are established and that opportunities to broaden the scope and responsibility of Operations teams/associates are undertaken
Advise when opportunities exist for moving the line/area forward in technological change
Participate in implementing improvement strategies to help the line/area perform more effectively in the near term
Responsible for partnering with Talent Acquisition to recruit and select associates for operations roles, and responsible for onboarding associates effectively
Develop associates by mentoring and supporting their development plans and helping them grow in functional capability and long-term career
Qualification
Required
An undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree
The equivalent experience is defined as greater than four years of experience in a technical manufacturing continuous improvement environment, along with a High School Diploma
Experience and demonstrated capability in leading others
Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
Ability to convey communications clearly and concisely
Understanding of major functions within the plant and the ability to work directly with all levels and functions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc), internet software, e-mail
Ability to succeed in an ambiguous environment
Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts
Experience in plant sanitation practices and procedures
Ability to deliver critical performance feedback and hold associates accountable to business objectives
Champion of safety with OSHA experience or certification preferred
Preferred
A degree in one of the Engineering, basic sciences, or business-related disciplines
Previous direct people Managership experience preferred
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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