Roasting Production Lead

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Up to 6% 401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long-Term Disability

18 weeks parental leave

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates is seeking a Production Lead for the Elizabethtown, PA site. You will oversee a 15‑person production team on rotating shifts and drive quality, safety, and continuous improvement across the line.

The role emphasizes coaching, performance management, and cross-functional collaboration to meet KPIs and deliver safe, defect‑free products in a fast‑paced chocolate manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.
• 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 MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of up to 15 associates to meet KPIs with focus on quality and safety.
• Implement changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization to achieve objectives.
• Provide Continuous Improvement recommendations and collaborate with Area Leadership to improve line performance.
• 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 quality, safe, defect‑free products per Mars principles.
• Handle ad hoc requests.

Skills

Analytical Capability

Asset Management

Lean Principles

Operations Management

Planning

Quality Assurance

Safety

Project Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or certifications

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.

What we are looking for?

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

What will your key responsibilities be?

• 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.