Maintenance Supervisor / Team Lead (Gum Mints)

Job description

A mutually rewarding experience.

Work. Realize your ambitions. And realize there’s more to being in business than just making a profit. That’s the Mars philosophy. And the opportunity we offer every one of our Associates. An opportunity to take what you do and make it mean more for you, for those around you and for the planet.  What you get here is challenging, interesting work. You get the tools you need to do a great job and you get to have the best possible people on your side to help you do it. And at the same time as getting to find ways to do business better today than we did it yesterday and driving a great career, you also get to build a more enlightened business and drive sustainability.

Because it’s never just about a single person, a single project or a single brand. It’s about how you can grab everything that’s within your reach here and use it to pursue mutual, long-term gain. It’s about having ideas. And ideals. Being prepared to risk failure because the promise of success means we’ll all be a little better off. It’s that mix of integrity and ambition that makes Mars such a special place to work. And why working here is always about more than just a job.

Mars has net sales of more than $33 billion, operates six business segments including Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, Symbioscience, and more than 75,000 Associates worldwide that are putting its Principles into action to make a difference for people and the planet through its performance.

Mars brands include: Petcare – PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, BANFIELD® Pet Hospital, CESAR®, SHEBA®, DREAMIES® and NUTRO®; Chocolate – M&M’S®, SNICKERS®, DOVE®, GALAXY®, MARS®, MILKY WAY® and TWIX®; Wrigley – DOUBLEMINT®, EXTRA®, ORBIT® and 5™ chewing gums, SKITTLES® and STARBURST® candies, and ALTOIDS® AND LIFESAVERS® mints. Food – UNCLE BEN’S®, DOLMIO®, EBLY®, MASTERFOODS®, SEEDS OF CHANGE® and ROYCO®; Drinks – ALTERRA COFFEE ROASTERS™, THE BRIGHT TEA COMPANY™, KLIX® and FLAVIA®; Symbioscience – COCOAVIA® and WISDOM PANEL®.

 

BASIC PURPOSE

 

The position reports to the Value Stream Manager. The Technical Services Group Leader has direct supervisory responsibility for ten (10) - twenty plus (20+) mechanics with varying levels of experience, skill and capabilities; and one (1) maintenance planner. The incumbent is responsible for the coordination and execution of all maintenance activities in addition to the daily scheduling of preventive maintenance and repair work, overhauling or fabrication of equipment in the Wrapping Department.  The incumbent is also responsible for the maintenance budget for the entire value stream.  The incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing continuous improvement activities that address safety, quality, and efficiency.  The Technical Services Group Leader is responsible for detailed planning of planned work in their area.  The incumbent will partner with production to schedule jobs.  Leaders must have in-depth knowledge of the entire maintenance area and be recognized as an expert in multiple technologies. The role requires strong leadership, communication, interpersonal and team building skills to support site objectives.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

-      Supervises maintenance team providing 24 hours maintenance coverage including equipment breakdown repair, preventative maintenance and associated systems, management and control of maintenance costs, management of parts, and proper utilization of CMMS
-      Ensure that maintenance assignments are carried out in an efficient and safe manner. Troubleshoot plant and equipment. Supervise maintenance staff directly.
-      Set-up, maintain and be responsible for PM systems, inspection routines, job scheduling, staff training, identification of plant improvement plans including efficiency and yield.

-      Control maintenance expenditure in a cost-effective way according to the site budget for site repairs, resources, direct labor, and overtime.
-      Manage small to medium projects aimed at asset improvement/utilization, safety, and equipment reliability, utilizing process and project engineering skill sets.
-      Organize and plan maintenance work assignments appropriately and at the appropriate time.
-      Champion Safety objectives. Strive for zero incidents and ensure a people centered safety culture exists within the department.
-      Ensure compliance with Wrigley policies, GMP’s, and government regulations and policies.
-      Develop and/or executes effective training plans to further develop team members skills and knowledge.
-      Maintain open communications and share important plant information to all team members.
-      Identify and pursue continuous improvement opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs in the production areas.
-      Monitors and assists in the development of the annual capital project forecast, maintenance and repair budgets, and monitors work to ensure budgets are met.
-      Manages the day to day maintenance support of  production, maintaining close communication with the Operational Team Leaders and Cell Leads to assure productivity of the machinery and equipment; responsible for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance overtime including scheduling shift work to resolve recurring problems.
-      Perform various other assignments as requested by the Maintenance Manager.

 

DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY, RECOMMENDATIONS AND IMPACT

 

-  Operating Budget purchasing approval
-  Safety, security, and environmental compliance
-  Recommends Capital Improvement Projects
-  Manages $1.4MM Spare Parts Budget

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education/Training

Minimum: 
1) 2-year technical (Associate's) degree or relevant work experience
2) 5+ years of experience in a progressive, technical leadership capacity working in a manufacturing/industrial environment

  

Preferred: 
1) Bachelors of Science Degree in Engineering or technical related discipline

 

Related Experience/Requirements:

Minimum:        
1) Experience in food or consumer packaged goods industry
2) Experience in a high performance, self-managed environment, with a working knowledge and understanding of production management, cost, quality, safety, and personnel
3) Experience with operating within a formalized Continuous Improvement Environment (TPM, Lean Manufacturing)
4) Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and lead work teams

Preferred:
1) Experience operating within a formalized Continuous Improvement Environment (TPM, Lean Manufacturing)
2) Maintenance and trouble-shooting of PLC’s, high-speed packaging equipment, electric/electronic systems
3) Experience with SAP

 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

Minimum:
1) Demonstrated experience in leading change and situational leadership
2) Clear ability to relate to and motivate people and effectively train
3) Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
4) Excellent written and oral communication skills
5) Competencies:  Conflict Management, Priority Setting, Developing Direct Reports & Others, Problem Solving, and Decision Quality
6) Excellent written and oral communication skills
7) Proficient in MS Office and SAP

Preferred:
1) Listening
2) Creativity
3) Innovation Management

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, 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.