Line Leader

Line LeaderAt Danone, manufacturing the best products and supplying them to meet demand is a key driver for our plant teams. We are currently looking to hire a Line Leader based in Minster, Ohio!The role of the Line Leader is to lead the Line Trio and Line Team to deliver safety, quality, cost, and production objectives. The Line Leader is also responsible for the line results & capability development of the line team.Key responsibilities include:Provides leadership to the Line Team (frontline workers) and Line Trio (Line Leader, Process Engineer, and Maintenance Leader) through clear priorities and directionDevelops Annual and 90-Day action plans for the line(s)Ensures line staffing is adequate and availableDrives accountability within the team and self to implement and follow Danone Integrated Work Systems (IWS) principlesProvides training on key Daily Management Systems (DMS) to technicians, including evaluation and qualificationSupport supply chain loss analysis/eliminationDrive cultural change by leading the organization engagement surveys resultsImplements and follows all safety procedures as stated in safety standards, and code of ethicsEnsures all safety rules, plant rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and code of ethics are followed by employees, supervisors, customers, and visitors at all timesTrains, coaches, and gives timely performance appraisals to employeesAble to back-up or represent the Business Unit Manager as requiredCollaborate with Process Engineer and Maintenance Leader to develop and maintain standardsUse data to identify process lossesWork with line management to prioritize improvement opportunitiesEliminate or reduce prioritized losses through process or work system changesLead the Daily Direction Setting (DDS) processOwn critical daily management systemsStandardize equipment and work processes. Update process control strategies and operating procedures as changes occurShare and reapply learning across processes, modules, and plantsPrepare and give training on process/equipment changesDevelop self through participating in corporate and external trainingSpend 60-80% of time on the floorDemonstrate technical expertise for a designated processCoach and collaborate with the line teams, site and regional equipment or process owners related operations/process fieldsMaintains a safe and clean working environment for all employees and visitors.Delivers on SQCDMN daily/weekly/monthly/yearly goals and objectives through individual and team effortsEnsures adherence to safety standards and regulations (WISE) to ensure a safe working environmentSupervisor responsibilities include:Supervise union/nonunion employees in the production area and composite closures, ensuring product quality, food safety compliance, awareness, and teamwork.Train, develop and coach all front-line employees.Provides leadership in hiring and disciplinary recommendations.Monitors and reviews the performance and timekeeping of employees. Initiates corrective disciplinary actions as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company and CBA policies.Physical demands include:While performing duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; taste and/or smell, talk and hear.Ability to bend & stoop at waist level as well as bend & twist neck and head.The employee must regularly endure repetitive minimal to moderate lifting 10lbs up to 50lbs and occasional team lifting above 50lbs. Requires normal range of hearing and vision (including colors) to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports and results.The employee is frequently standing on a concrete surface for 8-, 10- or 12-hour shiftsOccasionally may need to climb stairs, step ladders, stool.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts.Work environment characteristics include:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required. Ability to respond to audible and visual alarms. Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.Engagement in our Integrated Work Systems includes:Ensure adherence to plant standards and procedures (including but not limited to GMP, AIB, FDA, IWS, Quality, Safety, Finance, ISO, HOPE, Danone Behaviors, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE). As a fundamental piece of the organization, your responsibility is to participate and own the implementation and deployment of IWS system and its pillars (Leadership foundation, Daily Direction Setting, Driving OE; Autonomous Maintenance; planned Maintenance; Focused Improvement; Education and Training; Environmental, Health and Safety; Quality; Organization; Supply Network; Early Equipment Management) with the objective of owning your space, owning your performance (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Mobilization, Nature) and owning your continuous improvement.Compensation & Benefits: Danone North America additionally offers a performance-based bonus and has a strong benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Time Off, and Paid Parental Bonding Leave, among other benefit plan options.About YouThe ideal candidate will bring a combination of education, experience, and skills that enable them to excel in this position. The following qualifications outline what we're looking for, including both required and preferred criteria:Education & Experience:4-year engineering degree or equivalent preferredOr 3-5 years manufacturing experience with demonstrated technical aptitude and leadershipHigh School/GED requiredKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:Analytical and problem-solving skillsFundamental skills in influencing and persuasionStrong interpersonal skills associated with developing trusting relationshipsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to prioritize and multitaskProficiency in Microsoft Office and SAPAbility to work in a fluid environmentAbility to identify problems, draw conclusions, and make recommended solutionsAbility to be self-directed with little supervisionAbility to adjust schedule to support 24/7 Manufacturing Operation, may include working overtime, graveyard shift and/or weekends as needed.About Us, We offer and What's nextDanone U.S. is part of Danone North America, a purpose-driven company and an industry leader in the food and beverage category. You'll work with some of the best-known food and beverage brands in the world. Our strong portfolio of brands includes: Activia®, DanActive®, Danimals®, Dannon®, evian®, Follow Your Heart®, Happy Family® Organics, International Delight®, Light + Fit®, Nutricia ®, Oikos®, Silk®, So Delicious® Dairy Free, ST?K® Cold Brew Coffee ®, Too Good & Co™, and YoCrunch®. With approximately 5,000 employees and 13 production locations across the U.S., Danone North America's mission is to bring health through food to as many people as possible. You'll be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world, working to make sure our company creates real value for people and the planet. Come join our movement for a healthier world: One Planet. One Health BY YOU. Danone North America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to give equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to legally protected characteristics, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state/provincial and/or local law.