Value Stream Manager for our Chocolate Factory in Viersen, near Düsseldorf
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Posted on:
6 days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Value Stream Manager/Operations Manager / Production Managerto lead and optimize end-to-end manufacturing operations within our chocolate this role you will be responsible for the performance of three production lines ensuring excellence across safety quality delivery and cost.
You will lead cross-functional teams including operations technical leadership and business support roles driving alignment between production execution and business objectives. This is a senior role with significant responsibility offering the opportunity to influence operational performance and continuous improvement initiatives at scale. You will be important part of the site leadership team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate production teams across all shifts within the value stream
- Set priorities to ensure timely and efficient completion of operational targets
- Drive performance across key metrics: safety quality delivery cost and reliability
- Plan direct and monitor manufacturing activities to meet specifications schedules and cost targets
- Oversee production processes such as assembly processing packaging and material handling
- Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering Supply Chain Logistics and Sales to align production plans
- Manage production scheduling labor allocation and resource planning
- Plan and coordinate maintenance and downtime to minimize operational disruptions
- Apply structured problem-solving to resolve operational challenges effectively
- Lead coach and develop team members including technical leaders and supervisors
- Secure robust talent pipeline for the Value Stream across teams
- Drive future plannings such as automation and digitalisation
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
Your Profile
- Proven experience in manufacturing plant operations or supply chain management
- University degree in supply chain engineering business or similar
- Strong leadership experience managing teams in a production environment
- Deep understanding of end-to-end manufacturing and value stream concepts
- Experience in production planning performance management and continuous improvement
- Strong analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders
- Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or operational excellence methodologies is an advantage
- Experience in leading large and multi level teams
What can you expect from Mars
- Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
- Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.
- A strong focus on 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.
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