Shift Manager - Production

The Coca-Cola Company

Oct 29

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Job
Full-time
Mid Level
Pune

Requirements

High School diploma or Bachelor's degree in an operations, engineering, business, management or related area of study.
Must possess at least 3 years of managerial experience including hiring, employee development, performance coaching, and day-to-day supervision of multiple lines in a production environment.
Experience with lean manufacturing or similar continuous process improvement training is preferred. Strong orientation for continuous improvement.
Knowledge of food packaging principles, food industry quality and food safety requirements, ingredient performance and interactions with equipment, sanitation procedures, statistical process control, critical control points, and new product scale-up dynamics
Demonstration of strong management and leadership abilities in motivating diverse manufacturing team.
Project management skills are needed
Strong computer base knowledge, preferable MS applications are needed
Must possess a demonstrated ability to work in a results-oriented and challenging environment
Must possess effective facilitation, presentation, and team building skills

Responsibilities

Responsible for area-specific production process management and improvement activities including identification and communication of opportunity areas, meeting daily production goals, and identification and execution of planned improvements.
Understands schedules, products, materials, product quality requirements, to manage lines performance and KPIs within labor and operating expenses budget.
Leads team of 15 to 30 hourly associates with varying levels of experience and education; develops and coaches individuals and the team to solve operational issues; motivates the team to achieve performance goals.
Participates in the production and people scheduling process and makes adjustments as needed.
Administers company policies, practices, and adherence to standard operating procedures, which includes enforcing and maintaining safety, food safety and environmental policies and procedures.
Organizes and facilitates team meetings to educate and promote continuous improvement.
Maintains and updates processes documentation through the company systems.
Organizes and facilitates work team meetings, initiates, and implements projects, and improves team communication and engagement.
Collaborates with maintenance department to improve equipment reliability.
Ownership of communication within production area and across functions.
Involves and engages employees through regular team meetings, process improvement discussions, follow-up on suggestions, and regular communication.
Responsible for effective formal and informal employee coaching, performance management and development.
Accountable for housekeeping, sanitation, and food safety practices.
Manages resources effectively to ensure maximum up time, quality and maximum productivity.
Responsible for Safety Incident documentation and investigation and accountable for reducing safety risks in area through proactively identifying risks (behavior and facility issues) and ensuring quick resolution.
Responsible for following food safety/regulatory policies and procedures, executing responsibilities as identified in standard operating procedures, and reporting food safety/regulatory concerns to the Production or Quality Manager.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Shift Manager - Production?

The primary responsibility is to manage area-specific production processes, meet daily production goals, and lead a team of hourly associates in a manufacturing environment.

What qualifications are required for the Shift Manager position?

A high school diploma or a bachelor's degree in operations, engineering, business, management, or a related field is required, along with at least 3 years of managerial experience in a production environment.

Is previous experience in lean manufacturing important for this role?

Yes, experience with lean manufacturing or similar continuous process improvement training is preferred and indicates a strong orientation toward continuous improvement.

What type of team will the Shift Manager lead?

The Shift Manager will lead a team of 15 to 30 hourly associates with varying levels of experience and education.

Are there opportunities for employee development in this position?

Yes, the role involves effective coaching, performance management, and development of team members.

What are some key skills needed for the Shift Manager position?

Key skills include knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, project management skills, and strong management and leadership abilities.

What type of benefits does the company offer for this role?

The company offers a full benefits package that starts on day one of employment.

How does the Shift Manager ensure safety within the production area?

The Shift Manager is responsible for safety incident documentation, investigation, and reducing safety risks by proactively identifying and resolving potential hazards.

Will I be required to collaborate with other departments?

Yes, the Shift Manager will collaborate with maintenance and other functions to improve equipment reliability and communication within the production area.

Is there a focus on continuous improvement within this role?

Yes, the position emphasizes continuous improvement through team meetings, process improvement discussions, and the implementation of new projects.

The Coca-Cola Company

Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

10,001+

Employees

1892

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Coca-Cola Company is a global beverage corporation that offers over 500 brands in more than 200 countries and territories, including well-known products such as Coca-Cola, Dasani, Fanta, and Sprite. Their ultimate mission is to refresh the world and inspire moments of optimism and happiness through their beverages. The company's purpose is to continually transform their portfolio by reducing sugar in their drinks, introducing innovative products, and minimising their environmental impact through initiatives like water replenishment and recycling. With their bottling partners, they employ over 700,000 people, contributing to economic opportunities in communities worldwide.