Value Stream Production Lead X-Treme Belts Day Shift

OVERVIEW

Perfetti Van Melle (makers of Mentos, Airheads, Dentyne, Trident and Bubblicious!) is one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of confectionery and chewing gum with global brands that are being enjoyed in more than 150 countries worldwide. We’re currently seeking a passionate and enthusiastic Value Stream Lead to join our growing team.   

Hours: 6:00am-6:30pm

12 Hour Continental – rotating schedule for entire year - Work Half the Year!

                     Sun      Mon     Tues     Wed     Thurs      Fri       Sat 
Week 1         OFF     ON       ON       OFF      OFF       ON      ON
Week 2         ON      OFF      OFF     ON        ON        OFF     OFF 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Value Stream Lead is responsible for increasing the ratio of value to non-value and eliminating waste of the overall supply chain from start to finish for a defined product family; and for ensuring the value stream produces a quality product in a safe and cost-effective manner, that meets the production schedule and cost specifications.

The Value Stream Lead will create an environment where employees feel valued, challenged and empowered by evaluating performance and potential of each employee and provide appropriate coaching.
•    Foster a clean and maintain a safe work environment, utilize JSA’s and Risk Assessment to mitigate and prevent injuries or incidents. 
•    Effectively conduct root cause and countermeasures for all incidents inside Value Stream
•    Enhance quality as well as reduce waste while working with functional leaders to drive change and minimize loss to defects and holds
•    Maintain GMP policies at all levels of the organization
•    Inform the appropriate departments of major Production issues and participate in resolution of the problem. 
•    Including working with Planning, Maintenance and Supply Chain inside the Value Stream to maintain Production efficiency and scheduled delivery
•    Develop and utilize performance goals through Performance Ownership and Daily Direction Setting that align with plant KPI’s
•    Execute data mining and evaluation pertinent to process enhancement related to Value Stream metrics
•    Ensure team is staffed properly, trained, resourced, supplied and managed to attain strategic objectives
•    Develops / Execute/Standard Work, develop SOP’s, and Work Instructions for Operations inside Value Stream
•    Execute lean tools and procedure within Value Stream atmosphere to minimize process variation
•    Actively participate and provide direction towards all process improvements inside Value Stream with R&D, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
•    Establish and execute 6s standard and audits inside Value Stream
•    Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Lean/ Six Sigma Principles utilizing root cause and counter measure tools to situational processes inside Value Stream to support Technical roles
•    May be required to work overtime as needed

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

•    A high school diploma or GED required; College degree preferred.
•    Two years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably a food environment. Prior leadership experience preferred.
•    Holds others accountable for following standards and delivering on commitments.  Follow escalation process when applicable.
•    Assesses or determines a training need for an area.  Leads effort to plan and complete training. 
•    Assess work standards, make standards available, hold teams to meet standard
•    Engage proactively with cross functional support team, leaders, and floor operators.  Coaches/Trains others to do the same. 
•    Prepares written materials and delivers oral presentations using visual aids, delivering a concise message to a wide variety of audiences.  Comfortable escalating to high level leaders.
•    Manage conflict between team members. Recognizes and resolves non-technical issues that are occurring within the Team.  Involve HR when necessary.
•    Required knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.  SharePoint, SAP, Paycor, Smartsheet.
•    Ensure job positions are adequately staffed at shift change and oversees operation of the production lines to ensure efficient production, as well as, sanitation, PM work and changeover against the schedule.  
•    Schedules and arranges for temporary employees as required for daily line staffing.  Works directly with staffing agency to fill daily line staffing.
•    Processes beginning and ending shift paperwork in conjunction with other shift lead.  Accurately completes all production paperwork and works closely with the production schedule to attain daily targets.
•    Keeps supervisor abreast of any employee issues or concerns and makes recommendations for disciplinary actions.  Will provide employee feedback relative to performance and disciplinary action in the company of the supervisor.
•    Demonstrate knowledge of HR practices. Delivers feedback in a professional and positive manner.  Adapt your leadership style to work situations.   capabilities. Provides insight pertaining to employee evaluations
•    Assists supervisors in revising standard operating procedures, including suggesting changes, writing procedures, revising manuals and communicating updates with employees.  

WHAT WE OFFER

At Perfetti Van Melle, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, where all individuals, regardless of background or identity, are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives to the sweet success of our candy-loving community. Additionally, we have a core value of Care For Our People and we are proud to offer benefit programs that support our team members' goals and well-being including:  

• PTO package including vacation, sick, personal, and pay it forward time off    
• 13 paid holidays    
• 401k with Company Match up to 8%, ranking in the top 1% of the country
• Annual Bonus potential and merit-based increases
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Annual well-being subsidy
• 20 weeks Maternity & 12 weeks Paternity leave options
• Sam's Club or Costco annual membership reimbursement    
• Tuition-Free College Program or Free Continued Education (BA, Masters, Etc.)
• Modest monthly candy allotments (Airheads, Airheads Xtremes, and Mentos)

2021, 2022, 2023 AND 2024 NKY Magazine Best Workplace in Northern Kentucky 

Join the Sweet Life by applying today!   

Perfetti Van Melle, USA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.