Manufacturing Line Manager

Join Mondel?z International

Are you ready to make it happen at Mondel?z International? Join our mission to lead the future of snacking. Make it with pride.

You will lead the production operations in the plant and deliver key performance targets in safety, quality, productivity, volumes, cost, sustainability, and organizational morale. You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is implemented and is fully effective and you will strive to build a high performing organization.

How you will contribute:

You will:

• Manage change/transformation amongst the operating teams in the implementation of IL6S-Integrated Lean 6 sigma phase journey, FoF-Factory of Future Line centric organization & roles (AM-Autonomous Maintenance, PM-Progressive Maintenance and an integrated 6 star model within operating Line teams) to progress into self-sufficient teams. Role model values and principles through effective coaching, mentoring, and development of the team.
• Support the manufacturing annual operational plans and targets to meet safety, quality, cost, delivery, sustainability, engagement goals in line with the site compelling business need. Coach line leaders, cascade & communicate the plans and targets to employees to ensure alignment and understanding around priorities, focus, and KPIs.
• Lead and be accountable to establish a strong governance to review, control operational performance and continuous improvement plan and embed a zero loss mindset to constantly improve and deliver against best in class both internally and externally. Drive the operating team to identify and manage improvements to technology, culture, capability, and operating systems to deliver a best practice and reliable operation.
• Support all manufacturing standards, governance, compliance requirements (e.g. corporate quality, food safety & GMP, health, safety, security, environment, sustainability, code of conduct, policies & principles, operational standards, local legal requirements, internal audit norms, & other procedures updated from time to time) are in place, understood by all, and is regularly reviewed and monitored for effective implementation.
• Lead and be accountable for talent, capabilities & engagement for the manufacturing team - identify and implement critical levers to attract, retain & develop critical talent and builds capability at all levels, technical and behavioral, to build a sustainable workforce profile for the future. Partner effectively with all multi-functional peers internally & externally (outside the plant) to achieve objectives, goals, and KPIs.

What you will bring:

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Strong operational & manufacturing leadership experience in CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productive maintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts
• Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment. Demonstrated abilities in analytics, problem solving, and team building
• An engineer with a strong financial & business acumen, project management skills and knowledge of industrial maintenance and manufacturing equipment.

More about this role:

What extra ingredients you will bring:

Advanced knowledge (including AM (Autonomous Maintenance) Step 4 systems & PM (Progressive Maintenance) Step 3 & skill to maintain the dedicated equipment(s) at basic conditions independently, including the execution of AM & PM (Break down maintenance, planned maintenance) standards on dedicated equipment(s).

Total Productive Maintenance & 6 Sigma tools & application including qualification of AM step 5-6, and PM step 3. (Loss analysis/eradication mindset and usage of RCA tools)

The capability to lead within the line teams.

Qualify and coach the work process owners and drive the common opportunity areas across the line in PDCA approach. Ability to tactfully handle challenging interpersonal situations influencing people in a union environment, possess team leadership traits with strong communication skills and an attention to details.

Education / Certifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.

8 years of related experience.

3 years' management experience or supervisory equivalent.

Experience in a manufacturing or food production environment a plus.

Travel requirements: None- This role is onsite

Work schedule: Monday- Friday 7a-4pm (Must be flexible with working hours)

Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $109,000 to $149,875; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company. Within country relocation support available and for candidates voluntarily moving internationally some minimal support is offered through our Volunteer International Transfer Policy.

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondel?z International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing, and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brandsincluding Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery productsare close at hand for our consumers across the country.

Job Type

Regular Manufacturing support Manufacturing