Line Leader

Mondelēz International; Namen; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mondelēz International is seeking a Line Leader to drive end-to-end performance on a production line, ensuring safety, quality, delivery and cost targets are met. You will develop budgets, lead a team of operators and technicians, and coordinate with Quality, HSE, Planning and HR to sustain improvements across shifts.

In this role you will use AM/PM maintenance, Six Sigma methodologies and strong people skills to sustain high standards and continuous improvement, while maintaining strong

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance strategies (AM/PM)
• Knowledge of Six Sigma/IL6S concepts
• Proven ability to lead production teams
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience managing budgets and costs

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end line performance and KPIs
• Lead safety, quality, delivery and cost targets
• Drive continuous improvement and loss elimination
• Coach and develop line teams and shift leaders
• Collaborate with Quality, HSE, Planning and HR

Skills

Autonomous maintenance

PM maintenance

Six Sigma

Line leadership

People/union handling

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Job description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

This role helps ensure the sustained continuity of technical mastery and line leadership in manufacturing, by leading a key line of the business (technical, system or organizational) to deliver results defined by the compelling business need of the site. You ensure that key business results are achieved and for developing others to ensure the sustained continuity of technical mastery on the manufacturing line. Using a systematic approach, you use strategic thinking skills to ensure results are sustained over the long term.

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

This role helps ensure the sustained continuity of technical mastery and line leadership in manufacturing, by leading a key line of the business (technical, system or organization) to deliver results defined by the compelling business need of the site. You ensure that key business results are achieved and for developing others to ensure the sustained continuity of technical mastery on the manufacturing line. Using a systematic approach, you use strategic thinking skills to ensure results are sustained over the long term.

How You Will Contribute

In your likely first managerial role, you will ensure that Mondelēz International’s safety, quality, cost, delivery, sustainability and morale targets are achieved for the lines for which you are responsible by breaking down section targets into line and unit targets and ensuring that employees understand their individual performance goals related to the overall targets. In this role, you will also develop budgets and be responsible for costs control management, governance and compliance, loss elimination and workforce planning, including recruitment, retention, development, succession planning, and the identification of high potential team members. Without you, we would not be able to deliver high-quality snacks to our customers.

What You Will Bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

• Autonomous maintenance (AM) Step 4 systems and progressive maintenance (PM) Step 3 systems
• Maintaining equipment at basic conditions independently, including the execution of AM & PM (break-down maintenance, planned maintenance) standards on dedicated equipment
• Total productive maintenance and Six Sigma including qualification of AM steps 5-6, and PM step 3
• Leading line teams
• Handling challenging interpersonal situations tactfully
• Influencing people in a union environment
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and a good attention to detail

More About This Role

The Line Leader has overall responsibility for the short and long-term performance of the assigned production line/cell across all shifts. This role drives operational excellence, team development, and continuous improvement while ensuring the highest standards of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Sustainability and Morale (SQDCSM).

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Operational Accountability

• Assume 360-degree accountability for all KPIs within the assigned production line/cell
• Own the Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Management Systems and Standard Work Practices
• Lead preparation and facilitation of governance meetings and line briefs
• Develop and drive the longer-term cell/line improvement plan
• Attend Planning Meetings with Hub and Site Planning Teams to ensure optimal plans
• Manage fixed and variable costs to budget (Kaizen, DVL, )

Safety & Compliance

• Deploy and manage Health & Safety processes in alignment with the H&S department
• Own risk assessment plans and drive closure of gaps
• Work with the Safety team to reduce Accidents, Incidents, and Risk Ratings
• Ensure strict adherence to all company policies and regulatory compliance
• Uphold the highest standards of People Safety and Food Safety
• Implement effective preventative measures following safety and quality incidents
• Ensure timely Safety Incident Investigations

Quality Management

• Deploy and manage Quality processes in alignment with the Quality department
• Drive down Consumer Complaints in collaboration with the Quality team
• Prepare Quality measures for daily workflow meetings
• Ensure timely Quality Incident Investigations

Continuous Improvement & Loss Elimination

• Act as a proactive "Agent of Change" by championing Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Drive initiatives and Actively contribute within the Run to Standard(R2S) / Integrated Lean Six Sigma (IL6S) framework
• Own the loss elimination cycle for the line and execute the loss elimination plan
• Lead and support problem-solving sessions
• Own the CIL (Clean, Inspect & Lubricate) process: deployment, execution, KPI reporting, and continuous improvement

People Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and mentor direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture
• Conduct performance reviews, objective setting, and Individual Development Plans
• Build employee engagement and maintain positive Trade Union relationships
• Drive individual growth through regular reviews and learning opportunities
• Conduct line briefs providing two-way feedback to shift teams (operators & technicians)
• Handle escalations and prioritize work for Cell and Shift Teams
• Manage interfaces with other departments (Quality, H&S, Planning, Logistics, HR, etc.)

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical) or related scientific discipline (e.g., Food Technology)
• Minimum 4-5 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated direct responsibility for production processes, product quality, and people management
• Fluency in French and English

Essential Skills & Competencies

• People Leadership: Proven ability in coaching, mentoring, and effective team development
• Communication: Effective written, verbal, and presentational skills
• Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving capabilities to address operational challenges
• Safety Culture: Deep commitment to People Safety and Food Safety standards
• Continuous Improvement: Proactive mindset; ability to champion and drive operational changes
• Organizational Skills: Strong prioritization to manage complex operational demands
• Collaboration: Ability to work across teams, functions, and share best practices
• Leadership Presence: Role models leadership on the floor; comfortable challenging the status quo
• Computer Literacy : Proficient with digital tools and reporting systems

Desirable Criteria

• Strong technical knowledge across the site's processes and production lines
• Experience in statistics and process control tools
• Significant experience in manufacturing operations
• Knowledge of IL6S / Lean Six Sigma/ R2S methodologies

Personal Qualities

• Self-motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
• Proven record of operational improvement
• Ability to teach and coach problem-solving tools at all levels
• Able to engage, empower, and enable people within the cell/line
• Effective communicator who drives collaboration and trust

The responsibilities of this position are performed within the framework of a regional business model that is defined and managed by Mondelēz Europe GmbH, Switzerland.

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

What makes working at Mondelēz International so special? Many things. The iconic brands and global nature of our business. The continuous innovation and endless opportunities to grow. The chance each day, to put a smile on people’s faces. We are the world’s leading maker of chocolate, biscuits, candy and gum with outstanding brands like Alpen Gold, Oreo, Milka, Yubileynoye and Halls.

Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type

Regular

Manufacturing core

Manufacturing