Production Line Leader: Drive Safety, Lean Improvement

Philip Morris International U.S.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

Medical/dental/vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Philip Morris International U.S. in Owensboro, KY seeks a manufacturing leader to drive safety, quality and continuous improvement on the production floor.

Lead safe work practices, coach teams, and partner across shifts to meet production goals while applying Lean/Six Sigma methodologies. Annual base salary ranges from $104,000 to $130,000 with bonus opportunity; comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, wellness programs, paid time off and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Manufacturing leadership experience.
• 3-5 years of production floor experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, workforce planning, and operational challenges.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methods preferred.
• Understanding of quality systems, quality control, and quality assurance practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe work practices, housekeeping standards, and asset care.
• Ensure equipment reliability by identifying and escalating issues promptly.
• Support production goals through waste reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner across shifts to align production priorities and performance goals.
• Use OPEN+ tools to identify root causes, solve problems, and improve results.
• Coach and develop teams to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and engagement.
• Supervise and support direct and indirect reports through effective leadership and accountability.
• Assist with workforce planning, hiring, training, and performance management.
• Collaborate across functions to resolve personnel, quality, safety, and equipment issues.
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

SAP

MS Office

Problem solving

Change leadership

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering/Business or related

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Philip Morris International U.S. in Owensboro, KY seeks a manufacturing leader to drive safety, quality and continuous improvement on the production floor.

Lead safe work practices, coach teams, and partner across shifts to meet production goals while applying Lean/Six Sigma methodologies. Annual base salary ranges from $104,000 to $130,000 with bonus opportunity; comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, wellness programs, paid time off and