Production Lead Mars Wrigley - Day shift

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Lead in Plymouth, where you'll lead a diverse team in manufacturing operations. This exciting role involves overseeing production processes, ensuring safety and quality standards, and managing team dynamics. With a focus on continuous improvement and development, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment that values your contributions. Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, and opportunities for growth in a company committed to building a better tomorrow.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits

Diverse team environment

Qualifications

• Essential leadership experience in manufacturing environments.
• Experience in FMCG or high-speed production settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing operations on a rotating shift basis.
• Oversee production technical operations and manage team standards.
• Prepare end-of-shift handover reports and handle escalations.

Skills

Leadership in manufacturing

FMCG experience

SAP familiarity

Microsoft systems proficiency

Job description

Job Title: Production Lead - Mars Wrigley Plymouth

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

Work Permit: EU work permit required

Job Reference: e2fbcbaf746c

Job Views: 29

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description

Overview: Join Mars as a Production Lead at our Plymouth factory. This role involves leading manufacturing operations on a rotating shift basis, with a competitive salary including base pay, shift allowance, and bonuses.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Handover with incoming and outgoing Production Leads
2. Organize shift staffing, breaks, and coverage
3. Attend planning meetings and coordinate with scheduling
4. Oversee production technical operations
5. Manage team coverage and standards (GMP, CL, CIL, Shadow/Tool boards, 5S)
6. Handle escalations related to safety and quality
7. Prepare end-of-shift handover reports
8. Manage holiday bookings and purchase orders
9. Perform other roles as required by the business

Qualifications and Experience:

• Leadership experience in manufacturing is essential
• Experience in FMCG or high-speed production environments
• Familiarity with SAP or quick learner, proficient in Microsoft systems

What We Offer:

• Work with a diverse team of over 140,000 associates guided by the Five Principles
• Purpose-driven company focused on building a better tomorrow
• Learning and development opportunities, including Mars University
• Competitive salary and benefits, including bonuses

Mars is an equal opportunity employer. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.