Shift Manager- Bolton Pet Plant

Job Description: Company: Mars Petcare- Bolton, ON Title: Shift Manager What do we manufacture? Petfood & Snacks: Pedigree, Whiskas, Caesar, and Temptations Required Shift: 12 Hour rotating shifts Shift rotates between days (7am- 7:30pm) and nights (7pm- 7:30am)4 days “on” followed by 4 days “off” Additional information will be addressed during the interview process Job Purpose: The Shift Manager is a shift-based, front-line operations people leader who efficiently improves quality, human safety, and product cost conversion while engaging and developing talent. The Shift Managers are responsible for delivering operational targets and leading teams of 15-25 production Associates. The Shift Manager drives safety, quality, continuous improvement, performance management, Associate development, team engagement and operating results for their assigned area through shift-based leadership of a line or area that exists within a larger Value Stream organization What we are looking for: Minimum Requirements: High school diploma with 3+ years in a technical manufacturing continuous improvement environment OR:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science or technical related discipline with 1+ year experience manufacturing
Previous manufacturing experience
Ability to lead teams
Computer savvy with MS Office Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/carry (10-55 lbs) & push/pull (50-200 lbs).
Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods
Ability to work in varies manufacturing environments and non-temperature-controlled rooms.
Read, write, speak and understand English Preferred Qualifications: 3+ years’ experience leading teams in an manufacturing setting
Previous people management experience
Petfood, food, beverage or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices What will your key responsibilities be? Conversion– Manage the efforts of operating teams of a multi- line, area, or technology on one shift in the efficient conversion of materials into quality products in a safe, secure, and sanitary manner within the product design specifications.
Change Agent– Implement changes in methods, equipment, systems, and organization, as needed, to assure that the objectives of the line/area are met and give input and recommendations for such changes by using a Continuous Improvement mindset.
Mars Supply Excellence – Lead or participate in one or more MSE Pillars; Lead and support the implementation of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Integrated Work Teams (IWTs) in area of responsibility; Lead key connection points and own reliability data collection accuracy.
Area Ownership – Collaborate with the rest of the Area Leadership Team (Area Manager or Continuous Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Specialist, Area Maintenance Technician) to create and execute the reliability strategy for area of responsibility.
Coaching – Coach operators to build their functional and leadership capabilities and drive accountability in Safety, Quality and Food Safety, Autonomous Maintenance, and engagement.
Line Operations– Coordinate materials, staffing and resources to support line operation and changeovers.
Standards Implementation and Adherence – Ensure standards are implemented on shift and in area of responsibility through effective communication, change management, consistent reinforcement, and through coaching, guidance, and accountability measures.
Associate Safety – Ensure safe working conditions as well as safe behaviors and mindsets through the direct implementation of Mars Safety programs and through driving a relentless focus among team of operators.
Food Safety and Product Quality – Ensure the ongoing production of safe and defect free products consistent with the principles of Mars. HACCP proficiency is required; this manager owns ongoing training and championing of quality goals and improvements at the Area Shift level.
Associate Advocacy– Manage Associate relations issues and guide and direct the hiring, training, retraining, development, and motivation of Operations Associates following self-managed, team working principles with a minimum degree of guidance from leadership.
Engagement – Responsible for facilitating and driving an environment of high Associate engagement on the team.
Goal Setting and Measurement – With the general guidance of their Line Manager, and/or the support of the Area Manager or Continuous Improvement Engineer, establish line and individual performance standards and goals, and measure, control, take corrective action and report results as appropriate.
Troubleshooting – Utilize the technical resources on shift for the preventive maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of process/packaging equipment problems, with the objective of effectively using these resources to achieve desired performance levels.
Escalations – Proactively identify risks and opportunities as well as reactively lead on-shift incident resolution when operators require additional support. Prioritize, assign resources against escalated issues, and make decisions to resolve escalated issues.
Communications – Ensure that open communications are established and that opportunities to broaden the scope and responsibility of Operations teams/Associates are undertaken.
Technology Advancement– Advise when opportunities exist for moving the line/area forward in technological change.
Operations Strategy– Participate in the implementation of improvement strategies that will help the line/area perform more effectively in the near term.
Recruiting and Onboarding – Responsible for partnering with Talent Acquisition to recruit and select Associates for operations roles, and responsible to onboard Associates effectively
Associate Development – Develop Associates by mentoring and supporting their development plans and helping them grow in functional capability and long-term career Total Rewards: Pay based on experience
Annual bonus pay out
Annual merit increases
Total Benefits Package
Tuition reimbursement Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all 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.