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Mondelez International

Section Manager

in

Chicago

Illinois

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

Mondelez International

empowers people to snack right in over 160 countries around the world. We’re leading the future of snacking with iconic brands such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum. Our 90,000 colleagues around the world are key to the success of our business. Great people

and great brands

. That’s who we are.

Join us on our mission to continue leading the future of snacking around the world by offering the right snack

, for the right moment

, made the right way

As part of Manufacturing, you’ll 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, you’ll also ensure the safety of yourself and your colleagues while producing our top-quality 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 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). Responsible for the health and safety of all employees. Leader of 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 cross-functional team in the overall operation, including Activity Management, Capacity Planning, Machine standards, Maintenance and Engineering projects, Research and Development improvements, and Scheduling.

Integrated Lean Six Sigma – Advocate and actively support the site’s IL6S initiatives. Participate in information flow and escalation processes as required. Proactively participate, drive and promote, as well as coach directs and others in IL6S 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 Mars. 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 Mondelēz 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:

Bachelor’s Degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering or Food Science required

At least 5 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

Trust and empowers team, while holding team and others accountable

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 problem-solving skills

Desire to oversee a 24-hour organization

For office-based, salaried roles at Bakery and Customer Service & Logistics locations, and some remote roles proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required to be eligible for employment. Religious, medical and/or other accommodations as required by law will be considered on a case by case basis. You may review the Mondelēz COVID vaccination policy by visiting the US careers website at https://www.mondelezinternational.com/United-States. This COVID-19 vaccine mandate does not apply to several U.S. states that do not permit certain vaccination mandates, including, but not limited to Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Indiana, Montana, North Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia.

Mondelez 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 contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.

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Mondelez International
Website : https://www.mondelezinternational.com