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Production Leader

Mars, Flowery Branch, Georgia, United States, 30542

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Job Description Company: Mars Wrigley — Gainesville, GA

Title: Production Leader

Required Shift: 12 Hour Days B Shift Rotating Shift (2-2-3 Rotation)

Week 1: On Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (Off Wednesday & Thursday)

Week 2: On Wednesday & Thursday (Off Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday)

The Production Leader is a shift-based, front-line operations people leader with on average around 15 direct reports. The Production Leader drives safety, quality, continuous improvement, performance management, associate development, team engagement and operating results. The Production Leader is responsible for building an effective team and managing the training and organizational strategies.

Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma or GED

3+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting

2+ years in a people management or leader role

Working knowledge in a GMP and continuous improvement environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, etc.), internet software, e-mail

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

Preferred Qualifications

A degree related to Engineering, basic sciences, or technical discipline

4+ years in a manufacturing setting

3+ years in a people manager position

Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts

Experience in plant sanitation practices and procedures

OSHA experience or certification

Key Responsibilities

Manage and lead your team while following production, quality, and safety standards as well as the 5 Principles

Recommend and implement continuous improvement changes and strategies in methods, equipment, and systems

Lead or participate in Mars Supply Excellence (MSE) Pillars: autonomous maintenance (AM), autonomous work teams (AWTs), preventive maintenance (PM)

Repair and troubleshoot process/packaging equipment problems

Coordinate materials, staffing and resources to support line operation and changeovers

Manage associate relations related to hiring, training, coaching, engaging, retaining, developing and performance of direct reports to build their functional and leadership capabilities

Proactively identify risks and opportunities as well as reactively lead on‑shift incident

Participate in the implementation of improvement strategies that will help the line/area perform more effectively

Allergies If you have an allergy to soy lecithin, please let the recruiter know in your initial screen.

What do we Manufacture?

GUM brands

Interview Process

Application > resume review > recruiter phone screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > onsite panel interview > interview team decision

Compensation

Competitive pay based on experience

Annual variable bonus pay out

Annual merit increases

Total Rewards

Medical, Vision & Dental — starts day one

Up to 6% 401K match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long Term disability

18 weeks parental leave

Training & Onboarding

3‑day initial orientation on start date (Day Shift)

What can you expect from Mars?

The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career

An industry‑competitive salary and benefits package

To be respected and valued

The Five Principles are at the center of every decision we make

The opportunity to work cross‑functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come

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