The Experience

The Team Coordinator will be responsible for planning and coordination of resources and materials for optimal execution of the daily production activities. Some of the key activities to be coordinated are product changeover, inventory staging and management, re-work, schedule execution, shift transition communication and daily documentation, recording and analysis. This position reports to the Operations Team Leader on a designated shift is a vital communication avenue to/from technicians.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate plant resources (people, equipment, etc.) between Pre-Conversion, Processing, and Packaging to meet shift and plant goals
• Utilize plant technology (Microsoft programs, SAP) to provide scheduling oversight for the shift through management of bins, packaging, and raw ingredients
• Transfer information during shift meetings and assist in removing barriers that prevent the shift from achieving their goals
• Analyze and report shift performance data (critical metrics, AU etc); reviews performance data with affected teams, find opportunities, recommend corrective action and follow-up.
• Lead the team in resolution of downtime or staffing issues, involving the Team Leader when needed
• Ensure all SAP and Shop Floor transactions are completed accurately by each line
• Provide shift leadership in the absence of the Operations Team Leader
• Assist with training on quality, safety, operations, process changes, and review of SOPs, SWIs, documents
• Work with shift Quality Resource and Team Leader to ensure quality standards are met for all product produced on shift
• Identify and report Food Safety issues to management. Understand and comply with Hill’s policies, safety standards, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Food Safety

What you’ll need...

• Associates Degree or higher with 2 + years of manufacturing experience OR High School degree with 4+ years of experience 
• Must be proficient with the following skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
• Ability to work any shift and weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Planning and organization skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Communicate and express ideas with other team members
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, technical, and analytical competencies

You can apply using this online application. Attach all relevant documents such as a cover letter and resume or CV. Applications received by email are not considered in the selection process.

Become part of our team. We look forward to your application!

Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law

Are you interested in working for Hill's Pet Nutrition? You can apply online and attach all relevant documents such as a cover letter and resume or CV. Applications received by e-mail are not considered in the selection process. Become part of our team. We look forward to your application.

Work that matters, fueled by passion for pets!  At Hill’s we have a purpose.  Every day around the world, we transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, amazing nutrition, and the best and brightest people. Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to pet nutrition, Hills' mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets. 

HILL'S® Prescription Diet® therapeutic pet foods, HILL'S® Science Diet® and HILL'S® Ideal Balanceâ„¢ wellness pet foods are sold worldwide. Hill’s is a division of Colgate-Palmolive, a leading global consumer products company, tightly focused on Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition, with sales of products in more than 200 countries.  To learn more about Hill's and Colgate, please visit http://www.hillspet.com and http://www.colgatepalmolive.com, or find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please contact Application_Accommodation@colpal.com with the subject "Accommodation Request" should you require accommodation.