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Production Coordinator

Mars Incorporated
Yorkville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/18/2025

Job Description :

Under the direction of the Production Leader, and based on the area's top losses and key challenges, the Production Coordinator creates and executes plans to accelerate building people capability. They train, coach, and mentor operators to deliver the daily production plan and the 90-day plan. The Production Coordinator is an integral member of the production team on each shift. They are a flexible resource in their area of support and fill in as the Production Leader to ensure the smooth operation of the shift and operate the equipment as needed.

What are we looking for?

Preferred Qualifications :

  • 2-3 years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of machines.

Minimum Qualifications :

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent education.
  • Standing on a concrete floor.
  • Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform).
  • Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently.
  • Other Qualification

  • Has the ability to operate and knowledge to manage the operations of all the production equipment of multiple production areas within a factory
  • Complete all the necessary training and requirements to become a recognized Autonomous Maintenance Coach within the AM Pillar
  • Able to operate all the equipment in an assigned area to effectively train other Associates
  • Has advanced skills, typically gained through a combination of job-related training and considerable work experience
  • Demonstrated experience in leading change and situational leadership.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Office (Excel to capture and analyze data and PowerPoint to deliver presentations and training) and SAP.
  • What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Works directly with the Production Leader to create the daily and weekly production plan and supports the execution of the plan focused on associate capability and flawless execution.
  • As the key trainer and equipment / machinery expert of an assigned area, responsible to build operator capability, problem-solving, and technical understanding across teams and shifts.
  • In the absence of the Production Leader, performs the duties of the role demonstrating the necessary leadership behaviors.
  • As the subject matter expert of the Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and Daily Management Systems (DMS) provides guidance and training to Associates in these areas of expertise; including DMS, Clean Inspect Lubricate (CIL), Centerlines (CL's), Abnormality Handling, and 5S.
  • Drives loss elimination of raw ingredients, packaging material, and finished goods through observation of production operations and by analyzing loss data to recommend solutions
  • Recommends to the Production Leader areas of opportunity to improve Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, quality, safety, etc.
  • Participates in the execution of planned production "stops" to perform regular maintenance or other routine activities; coaches operators on the effectiveness of proactive planning versus unplanned breakdowns.
  • Influences and mentors associates on their self-development and business objectives.
  • What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
  • Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
  • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
  • The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position mayalso include other elements, if eligible, including variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offered and the employee's work schedule (i.e., part-time schedule, store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

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