Operations Team Leader

No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number #173038 – Cambridge, Ohio, United States Duties and 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 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, identifying and implementing 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 HS Diploma / GED equivalent AND 3+ years in a CP/Hill’s manufacturing environment OR Bachelor's Degree 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 company’s Leadership Principles Physical Requirements 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. 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. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $87,500.00 – $107,500.00 USD. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements, minimum 15 vacation/PTO days, 13 paid holidays, paid sick leave per local laws. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Colgate-Palmolive