Roasting Production Lead

Mars Incorporated; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Vision Dental

401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Parental leave - 18 weeks

Job summary

Mars Incorporated in Elizabethtown, PA seeks a Production Lead to manage a 15-person team on a rotating schedule, focusing on quality, safety and continuous improvement. This frontline role drives performance, coaching and operational excellence to meet production targets.

The position emphasizes staff development, adherence to GMPs, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize line performance and changeovers. Starting pay is substantial and aligns with experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years in people management
• 4+ years in a technical manufacturing continuous improvement environment
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Proficient in MS Office and email

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of up to 15 associates to meet KPIs with focus on quality and safety
• Implement method, equipment, and process changes to achieve line objectives
• Collaborate with Area Leadership to improve line performance using CI
• Coach operators to develop leadership capabilities and accountability
• Coordinate materials, staffing and resources for line operations and changeovers
• Ensure production and conversion of materials into safe, defect-free products in line with Mars principles
• Handle ad hoc requests as needed

Skills

Lean Principles

Operations Management

Quality Assurance

Safety

Data-Driven

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Mars Snacking - Production Lead - Elizabethtown, PA

• Pay: Based on experience starting at $89K +
• This site manufactures DOVE chocolate

Current Shift Schedule

• 4-Shift Rotation: Rotates between:
  • 4th Shift: Week Off
  • 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM
  • 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
  • 1st Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM
• Weekday Shifts: 8-hour shifts (Monday - Friday)
• Weekend Shifts: 12-hour shifts (off every other weekend)

Future Shift Schedule

• Year 2027: Transition to a fixed shift: 12 hours; 2.2.3 schedule; fixed shifts on days or nights

Description of Role

The Production Leader is a shift-based, front-line operations leader responsible for managing an average of 15 production associates. This role focuses on efficiently improving quality, safety, continuous improvement, performance management, associate development, team engagement, and operating results.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
• 4+ years experience in a people management role
• 4+ years experience in a technical manufacturing continuous improvement environment
• Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
• Proficient in computer software's including MS Office and email

Physical Requirements

• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours
• Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
• Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree or certifications
• Mechanical training or experience

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate a team of up to 15 associates to meet KPIs, maintaining a strong focus on quality and safety while fostering associate engagement and development.
• Implement changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization as needed to ensure line/area objectives are achieved.
• Provide recommendations using a Continuous Improvement mindset. Collaborate with the Area Leadership team to enhance strategies for improved line/area performance.
• Coach operators to develop their functional and leadership capabilities, driving accountability within the team.
• Coordinate materials, staffing, and resources to support line operations and changeovers.
• Ensure ongoing production and conversion of materials into quality, safe, and defect-free products, consistent with Mars principles.
• Any ad hoc requests

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $89k+
• Annual Bonus and Merit Increases
• Benefits Starting Day One:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match
  • Vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short/Long-Term Disability
  • 18 weeks parental leave

Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package.
• To be respected and valued.
• The Five Principles at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

Skills

Analytical Capability, Asset Management, Business Process Application, Commercial Awareness, Continual Improvement Process, Customer-Focused, Environment Management, Financial Essentials, Food Safety and Sanitation, Lean Principles, Logistics Management, Maintenance and Downtime Management, Make Principles, Operations Management, Planning, Plant Operations, Production Planning and Scheduling, Project Management, Quality Assurance and Control, Quality at Mars, Regulatory Compliance, Resource Allocation and Management, Risk Management, Safety at Mars

Competencies

Communicates Effectively, Directs Work, Drives Engagement, Drives Results, Ensures Accountability, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes, Plans and Aligns

Disclaimer

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.