Operations Team Leader

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Job Number#172436 - Bowling Green Kentucky United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care Personal Care Home Care Skin Care and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive a caring innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people their pets and our planet. Guided by our core valuesCaring Inclusive and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together lets build a brighter healthier future for all.

At Hills we have a purpose to transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation science-led nutrition and the best and brightest people. If youre interested in work that matters fueled by passion for pets we invite you to apply.

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. Our decades of science and research guide us in creating nutrition thats a step ahead so pets and pet parents can enjoy every day together. As the US #1 Veterinarian recommended pet food brand knowledge is our first ingredient with 220 veterinarians PhD nutritionists and food scientists working to develop breakthrough innovations in pet health.

Scope of Responsibility:

As an Operations Team Leader you will be the frontline driver of technical performance and team engagement . You will be responsible for managing frontline employees and daily production as well as leading the execution of critical operationalprograms including Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Operational Excellence(OPEX) initiatives that improve safety quality service and cost. By closelyconnecting with employees you will build engagement foster a culture of continuous improvement to maximize Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and optimize yield variances and ensure that key performance indicators and daily performance goals are consistently achieved. You will be
accountable for delivering strong business results and data-driven insights whilesustaining positive employee relations productive labor relations ongoing teamdevelopment along defined career pathways. and ensure that the areas technical assets and people operate at peak efficiency.

Core Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate the activities of Technicians engaged in production responsible for planning and establishing work schedules assignments and production sequences to ensure all production goals and demands are met

• Drive operational excellence (OPEX) and continuous improvement individually and among the team adhere to all EHS Quality and Operational Efficiency standards maintain KPIs and lead in all OPEX initiatives and initiatives to optimize plant performance

• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare Plant Performance Reports regarding inventory loss/gain and formula or yield variances and identify and implement process improvements

• Lead the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) program maintaining action plans and ensuring the usage of the tools to drive program step progress and continuous improvement

• Confer with other supervisors and facility leaders to coordinate operations and activities within or between departments to ensure seamless workflow

• Coordinate technical training to ensure team members have the necessary skills and competencies to meet the business needs provide ongoing coaching and feedback and timely resolution of labor concerns

• Ensure strict adherence to EHS standards Quality Assurance Food Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) lead incident investigations and support corrective action plans and provide direction for safety and quality issues

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree
• 2 years experience in manufacturing
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment including bending climbing crawling kneeling working in confined spaces and hazardous conditions and lifting up to 50 lbs and the Ability to wear all required PPE and fall protection equipment.
• Ability to work irregular shifts including nights weekends holidays and be on call during off hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment

• Knowledge of SAP systems and FP&R standards

• Proficiency with Google Suite applications

• Ability to manage production activities resource allocation shift coordination and schedule management to meet production goals

• Ensure adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Quality Assurance Food Safety initiatives safety policies and environmental health standards

• Ability to communicate ideas clearly listen to others and promote efficient information flow

• Ability to manage conflict seeking mutually beneficial solutions and effectively handling labor relations issues

• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners communicate effectively with leadership and facilitate the transfer of best practices

• Demonstrate leadership values inherently aligned with our companys Leadership Principles

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $70000.00 - $96000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience qualifications and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses profit-sharing and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision basic life insurance paid parental leave disability coverage and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employees hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self is treated with respect and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

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.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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