Mars
Production Leader- M&M's- 12 Hour Night Shift
Mars, Cleveland, Tennessee, United States, 37312
Production Leader – M&M’s – 12 Hour Night Shift at Mars, Cleveland, TN.
Shift: 12‑hour night shift following a 3 on 3 off schedule. Successful candidates must be available for this shift; additional shift rotation details will be provided in the interview process.
Job Description The Production Leader 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 Production Leader 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. The Production Leader is responsible for building an effective team on his/her shift and for managing the training strategy for both the individual associates and the team. This Leader will implement and enforce established policy, as well as area and organizational strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Conversion - Manage the efforts of operating teams to efficiently convert 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 line/area objectives are met, and provide input and recommendations for such changes using a continuous improvement mindset.
Mars Supply Excellence – Lead or participate in MSE pillars; support the implementation of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Autonomous Work Teams (AWTs); lead key connection points and own reliability data collection accuracy.
Area Ownership – Collaborate with the Area Leadership Team to create and execute the reliability strategy for the area of responsibility.
Coaching – Coach operators to build functional and leadership capabilities and to drive accountability in safety, quality, food safety, autonomous maintenance, and team engagement.
Line Operations – Coordinate materials, staffing, and resources to support line operation and changeovers.
Standards Implementation and Adherence – Ensure standards are implemented on shift through communication, change management, consistent reinforcement, coaching, guidance, and accountability measures.
Associate Safety – Ensure safe working conditions and behaviors through Mars safety programs and relentless focus on safety.
Food Safety and Product Quality – Ensure the ongoing production of safe and defect‑free products consistent with Mars principles; own training and championing of quality goals at the area shift level.
Associate Advocacy – Manage associate relations issues and guide hiring, training, retraining, development, and motivation of operations associates.
Engagement – Facilitate and drive a high‑engagement environment for the team.
Goal Setting and Measurement – Establish performance standards and goals, and measure, control, take corrective action, and report results as appropriate.
Troubleshooting – Utilize shift resources for preventive maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of process and packaging equipment to achieve desired performance levels.
Escalations – Proactively identify risks and opportunities, and lead on‑shift incident resolution when operators require additional support.
Communications – Establish open communications and broaden the scope and responsibility of operations teams.
Technology Advancement – Advise when opportunities exist for technological change.
Operations Strategy – Participate in improvement strategies that help the line/area perform more effectively in the near term.
Recruiting and Onboarding – Partner with Talent Acquisition to recruit, select, and onboard associates effectively.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting
2+ years in a people management or leadership role
Working knowledge in a GMP and continuous improvement environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software, e‑mail
Must have met time in role (Internals only)
Must have line manager approval to apply (Internals only)
Must be in good standing in current role (Internals only)
Preferred Qualifications
Degree related to engineering, basic sciences, or a technical discipline
4+ years in a manufacturing setting
3+ years in a people management position
Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts
Experience in plant sanitation practices and procedures
OSHA experience or certification
Physical Requirements
Frequent lifting/carrying/pushing (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 work in confined spaces
Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift)
Ability to read, write and speak English
What Can You Expect From Mars?
Work with diverse and talented associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose‑driven company 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 company bonus.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Shift: 12‑hour night shift following a 3 on 3 off schedule. Successful candidates must be available for this shift; additional shift rotation details will be provided in the interview process.
Job Description The Production Leader 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 Production Leader 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. The Production Leader is responsible for building an effective team on his/her shift and for managing the training strategy for both the individual associates and the team. This Leader will implement and enforce established policy, as well as area and organizational strategies.
Key Responsibilities
Conversion - Manage the efforts of operating teams to efficiently convert 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 line/area objectives are met, and provide input and recommendations for such changes using a continuous improvement mindset.
Mars Supply Excellence – Lead or participate in MSE pillars; support the implementation of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Autonomous Work Teams (AWTs); lead key connection points and own reliability data collection accuracy.
Area Ownership – Collaborate with the Area Leadership Team to create and execute the reliability strategy for the area of responsibility.
Coaching – Coach operators to build functional and leadership capabilities and to drive accountability in safety, quality, food safety, autonomous maintenance, and team engagement.
Line Operations – Coordinate materials, staffing, and resources to support line operation and changeovers.
Standards Implementation and Adherence – Ensure standards are implemented on shift through communication, change management, consistent reinforcement, coaching, guidance, and accountability measures.
Associate Safety – Ensure safe working conditions and behaviors through Mars safety programs and relentless focus on safety.
Food Safety and Product Quality – Ensure the ongoing production of safe and defect‑free products consistent with Mars principles; own training and championing of quality goals at the area shift level.
Associate Advocacy – Manage associate relations issues and guide hiring, training, retraining, development, and motivation of operations associates.
Engagement – Facilitate and drive a high‑engagement environment for the team.
Goal Setting and Measurement – Establish performance standards and goals, and measure, control, take corrective action, and report results as appropriate.
Troubleshooting – Utilize shift resources for preventive maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of process and packaging equipment to achieve desired performance levels.
Escalations – Proactively identify risks and opportunities, and lead on‑shift incident resolution when operators require additional support.
Communications – Establish open communications and broaden the scope and responsibility of operations teams.
Technology Advancement – Advise when opportunities exist for technological change.
Operations Strategy – Participate in improvement strategies that help the line/area perform more effectively in the near term.
Recruiting and Onboarding – Partner with Talent Acquisition to recruit, select, and onboard associates effectively.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting
2+ years in a people management or leadership role
Working knowledge in a GMP and continuous improvement environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software, e‑mail
Must have met time in role (Internals only)
Must have line manager approval to apply (Internals only)
Must be in good standing in current role (Internals only)
Preferred Qualifications
Degree related to engineering, basic sciences, or a technical discipline
4+ years in a manufacturing setting
3+ years in a people management position
Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts
Experience in plant sanitation practices and procedures
OSHA experience or certification
Physical Requirements
Frequent lifting/carrying/pushing (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 work in confined spaces
Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift)
Ability to read, write and speak English
What Can You Expect From Mars?
Work with diverse and talented associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose‑driven company 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 company bonus.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mars by 2x.
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