Shift Lead

Mondelēz International; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid leave programs

Education related programs

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Mondelēz International in Naperville, IL, seeks a Shift Leader to run a high-speed production line, owning safety, quality, delivery, and people on the floor while driving Lean/TPM improvements.

We expect a Bachelor’s in a related field and 1–3 years in fast-paced manufacturing, with GMP/HACCP knowledge and strong problem-solving. SAP and Microsoft 365 experience are a plus; growth paths include Sr. Production Supervisor and Line Leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Ops/Engineering/Food Sci/Business.
• 1–3 years in high-speed manufacturing (food/Bev/CPG preferred) or frontline team leadership.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, sanitation basics; comfort with Lean/TPM (5S, AM/PM, SMED).
• Microsoft 365 savvy; experience with SAP a plus.
• Clear communicator, calm under pressure, root‑cause mindset.

Responsibilities

• Safety first, always: lead start-ups, hazard hunts, LOTO, and audit readiness with GMPs/HACCP/FSMA.
• Legendary quality: maintain specs, CCP checks, metal/X-ray, net weight, allergen controls; implement standard work.
• Throughput: lead huddles, manage OEE, yield, and changeover time with Lean/TPM tools.
• People leadership: coach a skilled team, set expectations, celebrate wins, ensure cross-coverage and skills matrix health.
• Maintenance: partner with maintenance on Autonomous and Planned Maintenance; prioritize WOs and prevent downtime.
• Continuous improvement: lead mini Kaizens, use 5-Why/fishbone and basic SPC to reduce losses and update SOPs.

Skills

GMPs HACCP sanitation

Root-cause mindset

Clear communicator

Lean TPM

Education

Bachelor's in Ops/Engineering/Food Sci/Business

Tools

Microsoft 365

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

Why this role matters (a lot)

We feed millions—safely, consistently, and with pride. As our Shift Leader , you’re the captain of a high-speed line that fuels SQCDSP results (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability, People). You’ll grow people, crush problems, and make the floor hum.

If you love fast-paced teams, measurable wins, and building talent , you’ll thrive here.

How will you contribute :

What you’ll own (and win)

Safety first, always

• As a Production Supervisor run daily start-ups, own hazard hunts, verify LOTO/machine guarding, and close near-miss actions like clockwork. You’ll be the role model for GMPs, HACCP/Preventive Controls, FSMA, and audit readiness—no compromises.

Legendary quality

• Keep every spec on point: CCP checks, metal/X‑ray, code/date accuracy, net weight, allergen control. When something’s off, you contain it, identify the root cause, fix it, and lock it in with standard work.

Throughput that turns heads

• Lead tier huddles, manage hour-by-hour boards, and deliver plan vs. actual. Drive OEE , yield, and changeover time with Lean/TPM tools (5S, SMED, Centerlining, AM/PM).

People leadership that lifts the room

• Coach a skilled team (union or non-union). Set clear expectations, celebrate wins, and handle tough moments with fairness and speed. Keep your skills matrix healthy, so the line never skips a beat.

Maintenance, but make it proactive

• Partner with maintenance on Autonomous Maintenance and Planned Maintenance. Tag defects, prioritize WOs, and verify fixes. Prevent today’s “niggle” from becoming tomorrow’s downtime.

Continuous improvement as a habit

• Lead mini‑Kaizens and deliver real savings. Use 5‑Why/fishbone and basic SPC to eliminate chronic losses, then hardwire the win into SOPs and One‑Point Lessons.

What success looks like (your scoreboard)

• Safety: Zero recordables, fast near‑miss closure, strong audit scores
• Quality: Right‑first‑time %, low holds/complaints
• Delivery: OEE ↑, changeover time ↓, schedule adherence on target
• Cost: Yield ↑, scrap & OT ↓, AM/PM compliance steady
• People: Training completion, cross‑coverage depth, engagement up

The profile we’re excited to meet

Must‑haves

• Bachelor’s in Ops/Engineering/Food Sci/Business
• 1–3 years in high-speed manufacturing (food/Bev/CPG preferred) or you’ve led frontline teams and have the receipts
• Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, sanitation basics ; comfort with Lean/TPM (5S, AM/PM, SMED)
• Microsoft 365 savvy; experience with SAP a plus
• Clear communicator, calm under pressure, root‑cause mindset

Extra sparkle

• Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt
• Union leadership exposure
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

The vibe & the velocity

• Fast-moving hands‑on, team‑first. You’ll walk, talk, coach, and course‑correct on the floor.
• Growth path: With strong results, expect to move toward Sr. Production Supervisor , Line/Process Leader , or CI Specialist in 12–24 months.
• Schedule: Day Shift, with flexibility to support cross-shift coverage and the occasional project push.
• Work: On your feet, climbing stairs, lifting to 40 lbs., wearing PPE, and navigating a lively plant.

Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $61,800 to $84,975; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

No Relocation support available

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.

Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.

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Job Type

Regular

Manufacturing core

Manufacturing