Sr OVS Technician 1St Shift ($1,500 Sign on Bonus)

Mars; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Sr OVS Technician to ensure effective management of outside vendor services at their Burr Ridge facility. This role involves scoping, contracting, and budget management while serving as a liaison between the site and commercial entities. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree, solid problem-solving skills, and significant experience in a manufacturing environment. Join a diverse team dedicated to operational excellence and contribute to Mars' mission of continuous improvement.

Benefits

Industry-competitive salary

Company bonus

Best-in-class learning and development support

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or procurement.
• Proven capability to lead technical transformations.
• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Scope, contract, and manage outside vendor services.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Provide training and support to site purchasers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Excellent written communication

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field

Job description

Sr OVS Technician 1St Shift ($1,500 Sign on Bonus)

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Job Description:

The purpose of the Sr. OVS (Outside Vendor Services)Technician role is to ensure the successful scoping, contracting, delivery, and payment processing of all outside vendor services at the plant. This role will lead in budget and cost management for the technical team and support the Mars Supply Excellence Maintenance Cost initiatives. The Sr. OVS Technician will act as a liaison between the site and commercial to ensure timely and accurate purchasing processes and provide training and support to site purchasers.

Job Level:

Business Operations-B4

Job Description:

The purpose of the Sr. OVS (Outside Vendor Services)Technician role is to ensure the successful scoping, contracting, delivery, and payment processing of all outside vendor services at the plant. This role will lead in budget and cost management for the technical team and support the Mars Supply Excellence Maintenance Cost initiatives. The Sr. OVS Technician will act as a liaison between the site and commercial to ensure timely and accurate purchasing processes and provide training and support to site purchasers.

Shift: (1st Shift) Monday-Friday

This role has the potential need to flex hours and potentially take escalations during off-hours /weekends.

What are we looking for?

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technical field preferred.

A successful candidate should have:

• 3+ years of experience within a manufacturing environment, i.e. factory operations, maintenance, procurement or technical.
• Candidate must be capable of relating concepts and leading transformation from within the current culture of the site.
• Candidate must possess (and demonstrate through prior experience) solid problem-solving skills, analytical thinking proficiency, the ability to multitask, and excellent written communication skills.
  
  

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Implement standardized services in accordance with the scope(s) of work within the Mars, Incorporated Commercial agreements, FSSP provider agreement, Corporate Safety and Security Standards, Mars Operating System, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Partner with Commercial and Finance to design and scope the parameters of a Facilities Services Provider agreement, ensuring fitness for purpose and delivering value to the Supply organization as well as Mars, Inc.
• Influence the site leadership team to align with regional and global OVS strategies.
• Partner with the FSSP provider to ensure compliance with corporate agreements.
• Provide technical guidance, expertise, and support to ensure site concerns are properly addressed in the design and implementation of standardized services.
• Deliver regular communication of status and effectiveness of OVS services to site leadership.
• Be accountable for on-site third-party resources as needed when contracted directly by Mars, Inc., and in partnership with a Facilities Services provider when appropriate
• Implement and conduct associate communications as needed to ensure site consistency and adherence to all agreements, including, but not limited to, Mars Safety regulations, contractor work rules, regulatory requirements, emergency response, asset conservation, and corporate-required “permit to work” processes.
• Partner with SES organization to ensure facilities services comply with all regulations and deliver/maintain the standards established or Mars Inc.
• Create and implement standardized best practices in response to regional approaches, governmental regulations, site need,s and industrial standards. Influence associates at all levels to adopt and comply with the standardized processes
• Engage in Mars site OVS resources community and transfer the best practices of processes and procedures
• Participate in the site Incident Investigation for any incident involving an employee contracted under the FSSP agreement to identify the root cause of the incident and recommend solutions to reduce or eliminate future occurrences. This requires dealing with sensitive issues and potential disciplinary actions of contractors and/ or associates involved in the incident
• Analyze incident trends and ensure follow-up and correction
• Evaluate and monitor contract adherence to ensure effective risk management of the supply base
• Manage and/or support projects as needed to drive value for the business.
  
  

Key Functional Competencies & Technical Skills:

• Mars' safety policy as it relates to associates, contractors, and visitors.
• Mars Corporate Standards for Safety, Environmental, and Security.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Self-motivated, independent thinker.
• Working knowledge of the plant and the main production processes.
• Ability to lead and facilitate meetings; Presentation skills in large/small groups.
• Demonstrated Interpersonal skills with one-on-ones, ability to communicate to all levels of the plant. High-level interpersonal skills are required to negotiate and persuade.
• Sound working knowledge of the current Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work in teams and demonstrate leadership within teams of associate and non-associate personnel.
• A continuous improvement mindset as related to building and plant services.
• Ability to manage multiple jobs/tasks while maintaining priority and focus.
  
  

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.
• Best-in-class 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.
• [Insert any additional market/role-specific benefits that the candidate might be interested in]
  
  

Skills:

Action Planning, Adaptive Mindset, Analyze Alternatives and Recommend Solutions, Business Case Contribution, Business Requirements Analysis, Data Collection and Analysis, Data Control, Enterprise Readiness Assessment, Policy and Regulation, Review and Reporting

Competencies:

Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Ensures Accountability, Interpersonal Savvy, Manages Complexity, Plans and Aligns

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offered and the employee’s work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule, store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

USD 27.74 - USD 38.14

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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