Shift Manager

**Job Description:** **Mars Petcare- Shift Manager– Columbus, OH** * **Pay:** Based on experience between $89K- 100K * This site manufactures **petfood**. **Shift Schedule:**  * Shift: Hybrid 2nd & 3rd * Schedule: Monday- Friday * Hours: 7pm- 3:30am **Description of Role:** The Shift Manager is an operations people leader who efficiently improves Human Safety, Quality, and Conversion Costs while Engaging and Developing talent in the production facility. **What are we looking for?** Minimum Requirements: * High school diploma, GED or equivalent education * 3+ years of direct people leadership experience * 5+ years working in a Continuous Improvement manufacturing environment * Ability to effectively deploy training strategies and to directly train others. * Proficient in MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and email Physical Requirements: * Can 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 certifications  **What will be my key responsibilities?** * Lead team of 15-22 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 $89-100K * **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