Production Coordinator - Pitman Days ($1,500 Sign-on Bonus)

Mars; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mars University

Company bonus

Competitive pay

Job summary

Mars in Illinois seeks a Production Coordinator to create and execute daily production plans, train and mentor associates, and ensure smooth shift operations. This role requires leadership on shift, problem solving, and hands-on equipment operation to drive flawless execution.

You will build associate capability, support KPI improvement, and step up to duties in absence of the Production Leader. Strong communication and training skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical field with 2 years’ experience or 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• Certified Trainer status or ability to obtain certification.
• Operates powered industrial vehicles and trains others.

Responsibilities

• Create daily and weekly production plans with the Production Leader.
• Build associate capability and lead problem-solving across shifts.
• Relieve and lead in the absence of the Production Leader.
• Drive loss elimination of raw ingredients, packaging, and finished goods.
• Identify opportunities to improve KPIs like productivity, quality and safety.
• Mentor associates on self-development and business objectives.

Skills

Technical training

Lead change

Communication

MS Office

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

SAP

JDA

MS Office

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Job Description:

Under direction of the Production Leader and daily challenges, the Production Coordinator creates and executes the daily production plan. They train, coach and mentor associates to deliver the daily production plan and the 90 day plan. The Production Coordinator is an integral member of the production team on each shift. They are a flexible resource in their area of support and fill in as the Production Leader to ensure smooth operation of the shift, and operate equipment as needed.

Job Description:

Under direction of the Production Leader and daily challenges, the Production Coordinator creates and executes the daily production plan. They train, coach and mentor associates to deliver the daily production plan and the 90 day plan. The Production Coordinator is an integral member of the production team on each shift. They are a flexible resource in their area of support and fill in as the Production Leader to ensure smooth operation of the shift, and operate equipment as needed.

What are we looking for?

• Education & Professional Qualification
• Associate Degree in a technical field of study and 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or 5+ years of experience in manufacturing with progressive levels of responsibility
• Certified Trainer
• Knowledge & Experience
• Has the ability to operate and knowledge to manage the operations of powered industrial vehicles within the warehouse.
• Complete all the necessary training and requirements to become a recognized certified trainer.
• Able to operate all the equipment in an assigned area to effectively train other associates
• Has advanced skills, typically gained through a combination of job-related training and considerable work experience
• Demonstrated experience in leading change and situational leadership.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel to capture and analyze data and powerpoint to deliver presentations and training), Outlook, Teams.
• Proficient in Warehouse Management systems (SAP, JDA).

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Works directly with the Production Leader to create the daily and weekly production plan and supports the execution of the plan focused on associate capability and flawless execution.
• Responsible to build associate capability, problem solving and technical understanding across teams and shifts.
• In the absence of the Production Leader, performs the duties of the role demonstrating the necessary leadership behaviors.
• Drives loss elimination of raw ingredients, packaging material, and finished goods through observation of production operations and by analyzing loss data to recommend solutions.
• Recommends to the Production Leader areas of opportunity to improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, quality, safety, etc.
• Participates in the execution of planned cycle counts of existing inventory, mentors associates on their self-development and business objectives.
• Maintains Level 4 Step Up Cards (SUCs).
• May relieve associates as needed within assigned areas.
• Works independently within established procedures and practices.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.

Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 31.14 - USD 42.82