On-Site Area Leader: Production & Team Development

The J.M. Smucker Co.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. is seeking an Area Leader (Assistant Production Manager) to lead a team of hourly Technicians and Team Leaders at the Columbus, GA site.

You will drive safety, quality, and operational results while coaching and mentoring teammates to develop skills and sustain high performance. This on-site role requires flexibility to cover day shifts and off shifts as needed, with a focus on continuous improvement, root-cause problem solving, and delivering the department master plan in

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree (preferably an Engineering degree).
• 2 years of manufacturing operational experience.
• 2 years of experience as a supervisor is required.

Responsibilities

• Champions department daily plan and following through on open items needed by the team.
• Participates in the department Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings.
• Accountable for the daily operations and team performance (Safety, Quality, Reliability, Cost, Org. Capability).
• Role models our Basic Beliefs, Our Commitment to Each Other, and Emotional Intelligence.
• Works with operating teams to address safety concerns and assist in resolution.
• Responsible for driving department issues to root cause and developing a zero-loss and continuous improvement culture.
• Performance management, staffing strategy and developing a “flow to the work” culture.
• Partner with Manager in developing and delivering Department Master Plan.
• Ensures that essential business information and general expectations are clearly communicated.
• Develop and coach operational and leadership skills of Team Leaders and Technicians.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Operational excellence

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred)

Tools

SQMS

HPO tools

Job description

The J.M. Smucker Co. is seeking an Area Leader (Assistant Production Manager) to lead a team of hourly Technicians and Team Leaders at the Columbus, GA site.

You will drive safety, quality, and operational results while coaching and mentoring teammates to develop skills and sustain high performance. This on-site role requires flexibility to cover day shifts and off shifts as needed, with a focus on continuous improvement, root-cause problem solving, and delivering the department master plan in