Associate Production Manager

2 months ago

Little Chute, United States Nestlé USA Full time

Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary:

The Associate Production Manager role is responsible for ensuring employee safety, product quality and asset performance while delivering on time the shift/line/area production plan. This is accomplished by leading a team, including participating in the hiring process, employee on-boarding, performance management and corrective action. This position is a problem solver that drives continuous improvement efforts across the plant.

It is important that this role drives proactive cooperation with other groups on the site and within the broader division to ensure that their area and people are fully aligned with the organization. It is expected that the Supervisor, Production models the way for others by practicing what is preached to create and maintain a workplace culture that engages and motivates associates at all levels. This role focuses on results to deliver success as measured by key performance metrics. 

Job Duties:

​Ensure the timely deployment of people development plan and assure the competencies of his/her team as per the agreed plan with PM (proper training inclusive of equipment, safety procedures, and hygiene). Enforce strict compliance to standard operating procedures (SOPs) by all personnel within the team. (10%) Ensure a safe work environment is maintained at all times. Updated work instructions available for all positions. Processes are run in accordance with SOP's, SSOP's and other documentation. Activities being performed having an environmental impact are communicated and accomplished according to the environmental management. (15%) Ensure quality objectives are met including regular adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), performance of sanitation audits, food safety checks, and product quality checks conducted according to policies. Actively participate in prevention and correction of quality-related errors. Check and enforce personnel hygiene & safety e.g. protective clothing (uniform), shoe change & hand wash. (15%) Ongoing coaching of employees to fulfill and exceed the requirements of the job through NCE approach. Daily review of achievement of targets and report variances during on-the-floor and review meetings. Ensure the development and implementation of action plans to address root causes of failures and support continuous improvement initiatives. Facilitate seamless handoffs and communicate key information to peers, team members and Production Management. (10%) Ensure continuous line controls and immediate corrective action to assure prescribed quality and to ensure compliance with manufacturing instructions, internal and external regulations, procedures & policies. (15%) Ensure ongoing smooth operations of factory through effective employee and industrial relations management. (15%) Ensure that there is an adequate distribution of skills to enable production plan to be achieved effectively. (10%) Ensure timely launch of new products to the Market as per agreed with the business unit/area. (5%) Ensure adequate maintenance of the installations in coordination with quality, engineering & administration. Review daily maintenance effectiveness with Maintenance Mechanic(s) and Team members to identify opportunities for improvement. Prioritize, schedule, and ensure Maintenance & Repairs are completed to maximize efficiency. (5%)

Qualifications:

​Typically has a University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years related work experience (including that gained during military service). Ability to maintain a safe working environment through proper housekeeping and safety practices. Excellent communication skills (oral, written and listening). Ability to adjust communication style to multiple audiences, facilitate group coaching, and information sharing. Ability to positively confront and effectively deal with non compliance through effective "soft skills". Excellent people skills: maintain a positive attitude and ability to motivate people, specifically mentoring and coaching individuals in identifying short- and long-term development needs and providing appropriate support. Confidence in own capacity and judgment. Must be willing to face challenging situations. Developed ability to build personal relationships based on trust, mutual respect and open communication. Adaptable: ability to adjust approach to match varied task requirements, adjust behavior to others’ styles, change priorities to meet changing demands, adjust quickly to new responsibilities and tasks. Ability to manage multiple priorities at one time through highly developed organizational skills. Ability to set effective and challenging objectives. Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting through root cause problem solving. High energy level and excellent follow-up Intermediate level computer skills in MicroSoft Office.

Requisition ID:302347 

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

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