Shift Manager- 3rd Shift

Job Description: Mars Petcare- Shift Manager (Cannery)- Columbus, OH (KKC) Pay: based on experience between $89- 104K This site manufactures petfood: Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Iams & Sheba Shift Schedule: Shift: 3rd (Nights) Schedule: Monday- Friday Hours: 11pm- 7:30am Description of Role: The Shift Manager in the Cannery area is a people-focused operations leader responsible for efficiently improving and delivering human safety, operational targets, quality, and conversion costs. They actively engage and develop their team of shift-based associates to drive performance and foster growth. What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements High School Diploma, GED or equivalent 3+ years of direct people leadership experience 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment Experience with executing continuous improvement initiatives Working knowledge of GMP, HACCP concepts and plant sanitation procedures Ability to develop and deploy training strategies Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.), internet browsers, and email Physical Requirements: Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs) Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping. Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces. Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English. Preferred Qualifications: Technical degree or certification Technical knowledge of process, equipment, controls and products in manufacturing Forklift experience What will be your Key Responsibilities? Lead team of 18-22 associates to efficiently convert materials into quality products ensuring safety, security, sanitation, and adherence to design specifications and budgets. Recommend and implement CI improvements in methods, equipment, systems, safety, product quality and the organization. Guide teams through Autonomous Maintenance (AM) People management including hiring, coaching, training and evaluating associate performance and create development plans aligned with career goals. Assist Production Leads in coordinating materials, staffing, and resources for efficient line operations and changeovers. Handle additional ad hoc tasks as needed. Total Rewards Starting Pay: based on experience between $89- 104K Annual Bonus and Merit Increases Benefits Starting Day One: Medical, Vision, and Dental Up to 6% 401(k) match Vacation time Tuition reimbursement Short/Long-Term Disability 18 weeks parental leave Relocation is not available for this position. What can you expect from Mars? The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career across Mars. An industry competitive salary and great benefits package Chance to work cross-functionally and add value and impact to the business. If you are passionate, a great problem solver, resilient, and have a high drive for results, then we want to hear from you! Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL®, and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 140,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.