Shift Operations Manager

7 months ago


Melbourne, Australia Mars Incorporated Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description:

As Mars Petcare grows, so do our opportunities. We are seeking a strong leader for our Shift Operations Manager to lead and develop our Production Operators. This role will see you responsible for developing and managing both people & production on rotating shifts.

As the Shift Operations Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our production processes. This opportunity goes beyond Team Leading, it will also have you involved in the exciting new Projects across the Wodonga site, where you will be part of the Commissioning, Validation and Start Up activities. As the Shift Operations Manager you will actively engage in defining, implementing, improving and standardising how our Production Operators conduct themselves.

What are we looking for?

  • Demonstrated skills in driving a team to achieve business objectives and implement corrective actions
  • Strong problem-solving capability, ability to navigate complex problems and coach others in an efficient way to resolve them
  • Proven strength in delivering results through multi-functional teams
  • Ability to lead an engaged team and deliver shift targets and outputs consistently
  • People leadership skills is essential
  • Strong communication skills to liaise with direct and indirect reports along with the wider business for any immediate or future requirements
  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment, meeting strict timeframes and to produce high standard outcomes

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Lead, develop & mentor direct reports to achieve and exceed production targets whilst maintaining safety and quality standards
  • Meeting production demands and working in a dynamic environment to minimise any delays
  • Communicating in with the leaders regarding production time, budget expectations, materials, delays or concerns, shift management
  • Prioritising and managing tasks within the designated area to ensure the plant starts on time and learning curves are being met
  • Developing and implementing continuous improvement activities that address safety, quality and efficiency
  • Planning, directing and coordinating team members during dry & wet commissioning and product/process validation, to meet established specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets and quality standards
  • Develop plans & production schedules, allocating labor/capital resources
  • Liaising with the Project & Site Engineering team, R&D, Supply & Logistics and Sales

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Genuine career progression with a focus on you and your career goals. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University
  • Global health and wellbeing program to support flexibility and work-life balance
  • Opportunity to make a difference with our volunteer and ambassador programs
  • Be part of a company that is contributing to making the world a better place today and every day through our sustainable generation plan
  • A culture that offers collaboration, leadership and rewards you for the role you play within Mars.

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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