Grinding Area Coordinator - RGU

Job Description:

The Area Coordinator is a shift-based, front-line operations people leader who efficiently improves Human Safety, Product Quality, and Product Cost Conversion while Engaging and Developing talent. The Coordinator will manage the short-term and 30/60/90 day activities of the area (Packaging, Extrusion or Grinding) within established guidelines and standards to produce the highest quality, lowest cost product in the safest and most efficient manner, while also partnering with the other members of the Leadership Team to deliver continuous improvement and Mars Supply Excellence (MSE) program implementation.

What are we looking for?

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) & minimum of 3 years of experience in high-speed manufacturing, continuous improvement environment.
• Required to learn all the skills and knowledge of Technician roles within their designated area.

• Has the ability to learn, operate, and knowledge to manage the operations of all the production equipment of multiple production areas within a factory.

• Complete all the necessary training an
• d requirements to become a recognized Autonomous Maintenance Coach within the AM Pillar

• Maintain the ability to effectively train associates on their team.

• Has advanced skills, typically gained through a combination of job-related training and considerable work experience.

• Demonstrated experience in leading change and situational leadership.

• Effective written and oral communication skills.

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel to capture and analyze data and utilize PowerPoint to deliver presentations and training) and SAP.
  

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Works directly with the Shift Manager to create the daily and weekly production plan, while focusing on associate capability and flawless execution.
• Ability to learn and perform all assigned activities & job tasks within line or area.
• Owns Area master plan by reviewing ana analyzing loses. Develops strategies and actions to reduce or eliminate losses and deliver packaging KPI’s.
• Responsible to build operator capability, problem solving and technical understanding across teams and shifts.
• In the absence of the Shift Manager, performs the duties of the role demonstrating the necessary leadership behaviors if needed.
• Is an integral part of Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Daily Management Systems (DMS) such as CIL and Centerlines, managing guidance and training to Associates on MSE.
• Drives continuous improvement in the area to improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction.
• Participates in the execution of planned production “stops” to perform regular maintenance or other routine activities, coach operators on the effectiveness of proactive planning verses unplanned breakdowns.
• Owner of MSS packaging activity coordination.
• Influence and mentor associates on their self-development and business objectives.
• May relieve operators as needed within assigned production areas.
• Works Independently within established procedures and practices
• Other duties as assigned.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re 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.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range CAD 34.76 - CAD 45.63. Please note: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. AI is used as a supporting tool in our recruitment process.