Shift Manager

More than 100 years ago, a young Frank C. Mars started making candies in his Tacoma, Washington kitchen. From that simple beginning, his son Forrest built Mars into the mature company it is today, first by creating the MILKY WAY® bar with his father and later by expanding the business overseas and diversifying into new categories like pet care and food. Today, the Mars family of Associates is 80,000 strong in 78 countries around the world.

This is an entry level operations manager position which supervises multi-production area on one shift of operation. This manager will coordinate the short term activities of this area within established guidelines and standards to produce the highest quality, lowest cost product in the safest and most efficient manner. The Shift Manager will facilitate teams in his/her area of responsibility and conduct or coordinate the necessary training for both the individual associates and the team. This manager will implement and enforce established policy and strategy. Continuous improvement is a key aspect of this role. It will be accomplished through developing and maintaining an organization that demonstrates improvement by continuously driving to zero losses.

* 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 - Recommend and implement changes in methods, equipment, systems and organization, as needed, to assure that the objectives of the line/area are met. * Associate Advocacy - Manage associate relations issues and guide and direct the hiring, training, retraining, development and motivation of Production associates following self-managed, team working principles with a minimum degree of guidance from the Production Manager. Gallup Engagement surveys will be used to determine individual effectiveness in this area and assure site to site consistency. * Goal Setting and Measurement - With the general guidance of the Production Manager and through Production teams, establish line performance standards and goals, and measure, control, take corrective action and report results as appropriate. * Troubleshooting - At this stage of technical development, and under the general guidance of the Production Manager, the Line Manager utilizes 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. * Communications - Ensure that open communications are established and that opportunities to broaden the scope and responsibility of Production teams/associates are undertaken. * Technology Advancement - Advise the Production Manager when opportunities exist for moving the line/area forward in technological change. * Operations Strategy - Participate with the Production Manager in the implementation of improvement strategies that will help the line/area perform more effectively in the near term. * Associate Development - Evaluate associate performance and develop, in conjunction with associate's plans, to challenge their potential. * Personal Development - Keep abreast of the managerial and technical competencies, both within and outside Mars Petcare US.

**Critical Mars Leadership Capabilities:** * Engages Associates * Develops Talent * Delivers Consistent Results * Creates Collaborative Relationships **Key Supporting Competencies:** * Dealing with Ambiguity * Conflict Management * Developing Direct Reports * Managing and Measuring Work * Motivating Others * Drive for Results **Minimum Qualifications:** * An undergraduate degree or equivalent, preferably in one of the Engineering, basic sciences or business related disciplines. * Five (5) years experience in a Production Environment. * Three (3) years experience in a supervisory or managerial role. * Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices. * Ability to convey communications clearly and concisely. * Understanding of major functions within the plant and the ability to work directly with all levels and functions. * Successful completion of a drug and background screen. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Advanced Degree. * Demonstrated experience working in Quality. * Demonstrated experience working in Safety. * Minimum one (1) year experience in a food production environment. * Minimum seven (7) years in a Production Environment. * Minimum five (5) years in a supervisory or managerial role. * Project Management. * Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, internet software, e-mail. * Ability to work any shift as needed. * Ability to tolerate an ambiguous environment. * Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts. * Experience in plant sanitation practices and procedures.