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Assistant Factory Manager

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA
Schaumburg, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/11/2025

Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestl is the place for you. Nestl USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestl's presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

We're determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

The Assistant Factory Manager will partner with the Factory Manager to represent your location to internal associates, our broader company, and the local community while leading the factory to maintain high performance in alignment with the business. Utilizing strong problem-solving skills, you will identify and address operational challenges, while effectively communicating and collaborating with other Nestle teams. Managing relationships with stakeholders and facilitating clear and efficient communication within the factory will also be part of your responsibilities. Please note that future relocation will be required for this role, as it aims to develop your leadership skills for continued growth.

  • Participate in strategic operational oversight, leading the factory team to achieve objectives in safety, quality, cost, and service level commitments.
  • Ensure compliance with company principles, policies, local laws, and regulations, including health, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Analyze production data and make data-driven decisions to optimize factory operations.
  • Develop and mentor the factory management team and staff, focusing on performance management, career development, and succession planning.
  • Foster positive employee and labor relations, prioritizing a People First approach.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with the surrounding community, leveraging the Corporate Community Affairs group.
  • Implement Nestle Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) principles to drive continuous improvement throughout the factory.
  • Must be open to future relocation to 1 of our 23 factory locations

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent years experience.
  • 7 years of management experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
  • 3 years of experience working with factory budgets is required.
  • Other

  • Experience with Total Performance Management (TPM) or Lean Management Principles is preferred.
  • Technical bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • 309619

    It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

    To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.

    The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator : 1-800-321-6467.

    This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

    Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https : / / www.nestlejobs.com / privacy

    Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

    If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestl is the place for you. Nestl USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestl's presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

    We're determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

    This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

    Position Summary

    The Assistant Factory Manager will partner with the Factory Manager to represent your location to internal associates, our broader company, and the local community while leading the factory to maintain high performance in alignment with the business. Utilizing strong problem-solving skills, you will identify and address operational challenges, while effectively communicating and collaborating with other Nestle teams. Managing relationships with stakeholders and facilitating clear and efficient communication within the factory will also be part of your responsibilities. Please note that future relocation will be required for this role, as it aims to develop your leadership skills for continued growth.

  • Participate in strategic operational oversight, leading the factory team to achieve objectives in safety, quality, cost, and service level commitments.
  • Ensure compliance with company principles, policies, local laws, and regulations, including health, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
  • Analyze production data and make data-driven decisions to optimize factory operations.
  • Develop and mentor the factory management team and staff, focusing on performance management, career development, and succession planning.
  • Foster positive employee and labor relations, prioritizing a People First approach.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with the surrounding community, leveraging the Corporate Community Affairs group.
  • Implement Nestle Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Total Performance Management (TPM) principles to drive continuous improvement throughout the factory.
  • Must be open to future relocation to 1 of our 23 factory locations
  • Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent years experience.
  • 7 years of management experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
  • 3 years of experience working with factory budgets is required.
  • Other

  • Experience with Total Performance Management (TPM) or Lean Management Principles is preferred.
  • Technical bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • 309619

    It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

    To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.

    The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator : 1-800-321-6467.

    This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

    Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https : / / www.nestlejobs.com / privacy

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