Manufacturing Operations Team Leader

Company: Hill's Pet Nutrition
Location: Richmond
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country# 151096 - Richmond, Indiana, United StatesAt Hill's we have a purpose. Every day around the world, we transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, amazing nutrition, and the best and brightest people. If you're interested in work that matters, fueled by passion for pets, we invite you to apply.Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to pet nutrition, Hills' mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets. Our decades of science and research guide us in creating nutrition that's a step ahead so pets and pet parents can enjoy every day together. As the US #1 Veterinarian Recommended pet food brand, knowledge is our first ingredient with 220+ veterinarians, PhD nutritionists and food scientists working to develop breakthrough innovations in pet health.An Operations Team Leader serves as the primary support for the implementation, development and coaching of the Operation Technicians and Operation team in an effective, value driven, performance based environment. This position will also have the responsibility for leading the Operation team to adhere to FP&R practices and principles to achieve key performance indicators, daily performance goals, coordinate activity between shifts and departments while keeping the plant informed about Operations performance on a regular basis. The Operation Team Leader will coordinate the activity of Operation and Maintenance team members, gather data, identify daily strategies that will maximize quality and productivity; and facilitate troubleshooting production issues.Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesDirects and coordinates the activities of Operation Technicians engaged in the production to increase innovation, technical expertise, analysis, and problem solving skillsIncorporate Factory Performance & Reliability, good manufacturing practices, Visual Workplace, Lean Manufacturing and Reliability engineering in continuous improvement planning and systems.Establish and maintain effective Key Performance Indicator (KPI) measurement for the plant, tracking and reporting tools, and establish corrective action for continuous improvement.Establishes work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.Responsible for time management and data entry into eTime for vacation, PTO, floating holiday, overtime and attendance.Confers with other supervisors to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments.Conducts or coordinates Technician training in equipment operations, GMPs, Quality, sanitation, maintenance, productivity or work and safety procedures, or assign employee training to experienced workers.Interprets specifications, blueprints, job orders, and company policies and procedures for workers.Empower teams by way of training, information sharing, coaching, feedback, appraisals and delegation, to ensure the development of people, skills, teams and organizational capabilities.Responsible for temporary employee management including: safety policies, GMPs, equipment training, scheduling, and time card approval process.Support implementation of Quality Assurance and Food Safety initiatives. Ensure personnel adhere to Hill's policies, safety standards, and Good Manufacturing Practices, including Quality Assurance and Food Safety.Expected Areas of SkillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)Proficient Knowledge of FP&R, HACCP, GMP's, and SPCExcellent ability to multi-task and prioritize dutiesProficient Computer skills including; Google Suite Applications and SAPAbility to understand and apply finance and accounting principlesExcellent at identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts for analysisExcellent attention to detailExcellent at using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, policies, or standardsMust be able to work in a standard office environmentTeamwork orientationTechnical proficiency including:Experience using ROI, Continuous Improvement Tools or FMEA toolsTraining others and conflict resolutionPresentation skillsUnderstanding of financial measuresStandards, weights and measure requirementsAIB, FDA, USDA and other regulatory agency design requirementsProficient in CPk and Continuous Improvement MethodologiesAbility to work a schedule supporting a 24/7 operation, which may include nights, weekends or holidaysAbility to be on call during off hoursBasic QualificationsBachelor's Degree required (degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business or in a related field)Preferred Qualifications2+ years' supervisory experience2+ years' experience in manufacturing, preferably in a processing industry such as food, chemicals or pharmaceuticals2+ years' experience in performance analysis and reporting including Statistical Process ControlLean Six Sigma certified#LI-OnsiteSalary Range $62,080- $101,220 USDPay is based on several non discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience, education, skills and office location. In addition to your salary, Colgate-Palmolive offers a performance based bonus and competitive benefits package.Equal Opportunity EmployerColgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.Are you interested in working for Hill's Pet Nutrition? You can apply online and attach all relevant documents such as a cover letter and resume or CV. Applications received by e-mail are not considered in the selection process. Become part of our team. We look forward to your application.Work that matters, fueled by passion for pets! At Hill's we have a purpose. Every day around the world, we transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, amazing nutrition, and the best and brightest people. Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to pet nutrition, Hills' mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets.HILL'S - Prescription Diet - therapeutic pet foods, HILL'S - Science Diet - and HILL'S - Ideal Balance--- wellness pet foods are sold worldwide. Hill's is a division of Colgate-Palmolive, a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, with sales of products in more than 200 countries. To learn more about Hill's and Colgate, please visit http://www.hillspet.com and http://www.colgatepalmolive.com, or find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.

Keywords: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Dayton , Manufacturing Operations Team Leader, Hospitality & Tourism , Richmond, Ohio