Shift Manager- Greenville, MS

What are we looking for?

• This is a leadership 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

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Leads the shift to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency. Efficiently process and package goods to ensure production goals are met. Adequately staff, train, and equip associates on shift. Handles administrative issues with associates. Focal point for production during active shifts. Reports production numbers for shift and is accountable for issues or problems that arise.
• Manages, handles, and directs all activities for production during a shift. At times, will be the leader of the plant depending on when the shift occurs. Ensures all materials are needed for processing and packaging of goods. Works cross-functionally with quality, safety, and maintenance to ensure the production numbers are met. Responsible for associate accountability on shift and staffing, to include hiring new associates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree 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, standing/walking for extended periods of time (12 hrs), lift up to 50 lbs, understand technical equipment, basic computer skills (word, excel, email, etc.)

• 5 years experience in a Production Environment, 3 years experience in a supervisory or managerial role, Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices
   

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re 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.

About Mars:
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5â„¢, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitalsâ„¢, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCAâ„¢ and Pet Partnersâ„¢. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Disclaimer:
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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.​​​​​​​

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