Shift Production Lead

Mars (New); Slough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Production Supervisor in Slough, overseeing production plans and ensuring quality standards. You will work in a dynamic environment, leading teams and driving process improvements while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Access to Mars University

Competitive salary and benefits

Performance-related company bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG or high-speed production environments required.
• Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure execution of production plans and lead changeovers.
• Monitor production activities and escalate issues promptly.
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Tools

Microsoft-based Systems

SAP

Job description

Salary: £55,700-£61,290 (including shift allowance) dependent on experience

Performance-related company bonus

Shift Pattern: 12-hour shifts, 7-7, 2 days, 2 nights, 4 off

Permanent

Here at Mars, we now have an exciting opportunity to join our factory team!

The role involves overseeing the smooth execution of production plans, maintaining adherence to standards, and actively creating and driving action plans to return the line to standard running conditions in a timely manner.

Responsibilities include driving FMOS, ensuring efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to the ongoing improvement of production processes. The role requires problem-solving and collaborative skills to achieve optimal production performance.

What are we looking for?

• A strong communicator capable of relating to all levels and backgrounds, and confronting challenging situations as required
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Experience in FMCG or high-speed production environments
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Good understanding of Microsoft-based systems
• SAP literacy is desirable

What would be your key responsibilities?

• Ensure production plans are executed and lead PMs and changeovers
• Proactively monitor losses across wrapping and process areas, leading Basic Problem Solving (BPS) to define accurate problem descriptions
• Monitor production activities and escalate issues or delays promptly according to FMOS procedures
• Implement and uphold safety protocols and regulatory requirements
• Maintain safety and quality standards to meet or exceed specifications
• Contribute to continuous improvement projects to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimise processes
• Support and mentor factory operators to improve their problem-solving skills and performance

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented associates, guided by The Five Principles
• Join a purpose-driven company aiming to build a better tomorrow
• Access to top-tier learning and development, including Mars University
• Competitive salary and benefits, including a company bonus

About Mars

Alongside our consumer brands, we support half of the world's pets through our nutrition, health, and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals, BluePearl, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA, and Pet Partners. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in over 80 countries.

The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 associates daily to create a better future.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Assistance or accommodations are available upon request during the application process.

About Us

Mars, a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales, produces beloved brands such as M&M’s, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, and more. We also support pet health and nutrition through our various businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries, guided by The Five Principles.