CareerPlan

Production Lead

USA-Tennessee-ChattanoogaFull-time2026-07-08 → 2026-11-13
Based in United States

Core

Shift-based front-line operations leader responsible for delivering operational targets, ensuring safety and quality, and developing talent for a manufacturing line.

Role type

Senior IC production lead

Builds

High-quality food products in a safe and efficient manner

Domain

Food manufacturing / Consumer Packaged Goods

Required skills

People leadership, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP concepts, plant sanitation, continuous improvement, coaching, troubleshooting, change management, team engagement, goal setting, recruiting and onboarding

Preferred skills

Engineering or basic sciences degree, OSHA certification, 4+ years in manufacturing, 3+ years in people management

Technologies

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Responsibilities

Manage operating teams for efficient material conversion; implement changes in methods and systems; lead Mars Supply Excellence (MSE) pillars and Autonomous Maintenance; collaborate on reliability strategy; coach operators on safety and quality; coordinate materials and staffing; ensure standards adherence; manage associate relations and development; facilitate high engagement; establish performance goals; troubleshoot equipment; escalate and resolve incidents; advise on technological advancement; participate in improvement strategies; partner on recruiting and onboarding.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC