Senior Section Manager

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelz International

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

You will leadthe production operations in the Plant and delivering key performance targets(SQCDSM) in safety quality productivity volumes cost sustainability organizational morale. You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is implemented and is fully effectiveand you will strive to build a high performing organization.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Manages change/ transformation change/ transformation amongst the Operating teams in theimplementation of IL6SIntegrated Lean 6 sigma phase journeyFoFFactory of Future Line centric organization & roles(AMAutonomous Maintenance PMProgressive Maintenance and an integrated 6 star model within operating Lineteams) to progress into Self sufficient models Values and principles through effective coaching mentoringand development of the team.
• Support the Manufacturing annual operational plans and targets to meet Safety Quality Cost Delivery SustainabilityEngagement goals in line with the site Compelling business need. coach Line Leaders cascade & communicate theplans and targets to employees to ensure alignment and understanding around priorities focus and KPIs.
• Lead and be Accountable to establish a strong Governance to Review Control Operational performance andContinuous Improvement plan and embed a zero loss mindset to constantly improve and deliver against best in classboth internally and externally. Drive the Operating team to identify and manage improvements to technology culturecapability and operating systems to deliver a best practice and reliable operation.
• Support all Manufacturing standards Governance Compliance requirements (e.g. CorporateQuality Food safety & GMP Health Safety Security Environment Sustainability Code of conduct Policies &principles Operational standards Local legal requirements Internal Audit norms & other procedures updated fromtime to time) are in place understood by all and is regularly reviewed and monitored for effective implementation.
• Lead and be Accountable for Talent Capabilities & Engagement for the Manufacturing team identify andimplement critical levers to attract retain & develop critical talent and builds capability at all levels technical andbehavioral to build a sustainable workforce profile for the future. Partner effectively with all multifunctional peersinternally & externally (outside the plant)to achieve objectives goals and KPIs.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Strong operational & manufacturing leadership experience in CPG industry with experience in TPMTotal productivemaintenance 5s LEAN 6 sigma tools and concepts
• Excellent communication (verbal & written) coaching and leadership skills in a teambased abilities in Analytics problem solving and team building
• An Engineer with a strong financial & business acumen project management skills and Knowledge of industrialmaintenance and manufacturing equipment.

As part of Manufacturing youll use your skills our systems and a wide array of raw materials to help create the delicious finished products our consumers love. While taking ownership in your area of work youll also ensure the safety of yourself and your colleagues while producing our topquality products reliably and efficiently within our integrated supply chain.

As a member of the plant leadership team this person will be integral in the roll out of our new product line and the development of our CORE Teams.

The leader in this role will:

• Direct and coordinate the production for all shifts of the business unit in support of facility objectives.
• Coordinate the operating budget process for variable labor establishes KPI (Key Performance Indicators) targets and directs capital investment planning for the business unit.
• Establish and promote a total quality system that effectively produces quality products in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Position the assigned business unit to meet total facility goals and growth.
• Ensure that department employees follow all local state and federal health and safety rules and regulations including EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
• Be responsible for the health and safety of all employees.
• Lead the AM (Autonomous Maintenance) pillar and all training/coordination efforts in driving the pillar in the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the efforts of operating teams of multiple lines or technologies across multiple shifts in the efficient conversion of materials into quality products in a safe secure and sanitary manner within the product design specifications and budgets. Directly and indirectly manage a crossfunctional team in the overall operation including Activity Management Capacity Planning Machine standards Maintenance and Engineering projects Research and Development improvements and Scheduling.
• Advocate and actively support the sites TPM initiatives. Participate in information flow and escalation processes as required. Proactively participate drive and promote as well as coach directs and others in TPM and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proactively manage associate relations issues; guide and direct the hiring training retraining development and motivation of Operations associates following team working principles with a minimum degree of guidance from their manager. Drive Associate engagement through a foundation of teamwork and individual accountability.
• Assure the ongoing production of safe and defect free products consistent with the principles of Mondelez International. HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) proficiency is required; this manager owns ongoing training and championing of quality goals and improvements at the area level.
• Goal Setting and Measurement Utilizing Operations teams establish area performance standards and goals based on site goals and strategies; measure control take corrective action and report results as appropriate in all areas of responsibility. Annually assist in development of area budgets and KPI targets.
• End to End Leadership Participate with other managers in Planning Sourcing Delivery Engineering and Strategic business roles in the development and implementation of continuous improvement strategies that will drive the overall supply pipeline.
• Employee Development With the support and participation of the site leadership team evaluate employee development and performance. In conjunction with associates career goals create development plans to challenge their potential.
• Personal Development Keep abreast of managerial and technical competencies both within and outside of Mondelz International.
• The incumbent of this position must be prepared to act on behalf of your manager in his/her absence i.e. protection of human and physical assets Crisis Management conducting Staff Meetings address public relations issues etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in operations management Supply Chain Engineering Food Science or related
• At least 10 years of fundamental knowledge and experience within a supply chain environment; 2 years of lean TPM or L6S experience preferred.
• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) proficiency is required.
• Ability to blend people into teams; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her work; defines success in terms of the whole team.
• Proven experience in transforming manufacturing / production teams into highperforming efficient teams.
• Inspirational leadership skills to include comfort in change with the ability to lead change.
• Passion for developing and coaching talent
• Solid interpersonal skills and team orientation
• Technical and problemsolving skills
• Desire to oversee a 24hour organization.

This position is 100% onsite in our Chicago Plant 7300 S Kedzie Avenue Chicago IL 60629.

The base salary range for this position is $137300 $188825; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience skills education and budget. In addition to base salary this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance wellness and family support programs life and disability insurance retirement savings plans paid leave programs education related programs paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here we produce our wellloved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack at the right moment made the right way. We have corporate offices sales manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brandsincluding Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies Ritz Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products are close at hand for our consumers across the country.

Mondelz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contactfor assistance.

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