Operations Team Leader - Morristown, TN

VetJobs; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Colgate-Palmolive is seeking an Operations Team Leader to drive production performance and team engagement at the Morristown, TN site. You will manage frontline Technicians, lead maintenance programs, and deliver improvements to safety, quality, service, and cost.

The role emphasizes data-driven insights, KPI tracking, and fostering continuous improvement while maintaining strong labor relations and staff development within a GMP environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business related field.
• 2+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in SAP systems and FP&R Standards.
• Proficiency with Google Suite applications.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• 1+ year of working knowledge of production and process equipment in processing industries.
• Ability to manage production activities, resource allocation, shift coordination, and schedule management.
• Adherence to GMP, QA, Food Safety, and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the activities of Technicians engaged in production, planning and establishing work schedules and production sequences.
• Drive OPEX and continuous improvement, adhere to EHS, Quality, and Operational Efficiency standards, maintain KPIs, and lead OPEX initiatives.
• Track and analyze KPIs and prepare Plant Performance Reports regarding inventory loss/gain and yield variances, and identify improvements.
• Lead the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) program on the floor, maintaining action plans and ensuring tools are used correctly.
• Coordinate with other supervisors to ensure seamless workflow between departments.
• Provide ongoing coaching to Technicians to build their technical competencies.
• Coordinate technical training to ensure team members have the necessary skills and timely resolution of labor concerns.
• Ensure strict adherence to GMP, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, and safety issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business related field

Tools

SAP

FP&R Standards

Google Suite

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS

Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience,

Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Operations Team Leader

The Operations Team Leader is the frontline driver of technical performance and team engagement. This position is responsible for managing frontline employees and daily production, as well as leading the execution of critical operational programs, including Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Operational Excellence (OPEX) initiatives, that improve safety, quality, service, and cost. By closely connecting with employees, the Operations Team Leader builds engagement, fosters a culture of continuous improvement to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and optimize yield variances, and ensures that key performance indicators and daily performance goals are consistently achieved. The role is accountable for delivering strong business results and data-driven insights while sustaining positive employee relations, productive labor relations, ongoing team development along defined career pathways, and ensures that the area’s technical assets and people operate at peak efficiency.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the activities of Technicians engaged in production, responsible for planning and establishing work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to ensure all production goals and demands are met
• Drive operational excellence (OPEX) and continuous improvement individually and among the team, adhere to all EHS, Quality, and Operational Efficiency standards, maintain KPIs, and lead in all OPEX initiatives and initiatives to optimize plant performance
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare Plant Performance Reports regarding inventory loss/gain and formula or yield variances, and identify and implement process improvements
• Leads the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) program on the floor, maintaining action plans and ensuring tools are used correctly to drive program step progress and eliminate technical losses.
• Confer with other supervisors and facility leaders to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments to ensure seamless workflow
• Provides ongoing, real-time coaching and feedback to Technicians to build their technical competencies and self-sufficiency
• Coordinate technical training to ensure team members have the necessary skills and competencies to meet the business needs, provide ongoing coaching and feedback, and timely resolution of labor concerns
• Ensure strict adherence to EHS standards, Quality Assurance, Food Safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), lead incident investigations and support corrective action plans, and provide direction for safety and quality issues

Auto req ID

481422BR

Minimum Education Required

Bachelors

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree (Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business related field.)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong proficiency in SAP systems and FP&R Standards
• Proficiency with Google Suite applications
• Lean Six Sigma certification
• 1+ year of working knowledge of production and process equipment, preferably in a processing industry such as food, chemicals or pharmaceuticals
• Ability to manage production activities, resource allocation, shift coordination, and schedule management to meet production goals
• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Quality Assurance, Food Safety initiatives, safety policies, and environmental health standards
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, listen to others, and promote efficient information flow
• Ability to manage conflict, seeking mutually beneficial solutions, and effectively handling labor relations issues
• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners, communicate effectively with leadership, and facilitate the transfer of best practices
• Demonstrate leadership values inherently aligned with our company’s Leadership Principles

Physical Requirements

Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, including bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling, working in confined spaces and hazardous conditions, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Ability to wear all required PPE and fall protection equipment.

Ability to work irregular shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and be on call during off hours.

Compensation And Benefits

Salary Range $65,000.00 - $107,500.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

City

Morristown

State

Tennessee

Job_Category

Operations

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

Colgate-Palmolive

Salary Range

$60,000-$75,000