Shift Operations Leader

Join the team driving operational excellence at Kellanova's Chon Buri plant in Thailand! We're looking for a dynamic and hands-on leader to take charge of shift operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. In this impactful on-site role, you'll lead and inspire a high-performing operations team, ensuring world-class standards across Safety, Quality, Service and Cost.

As a key member of the plant leadership team, you'll play a critical role in shaping a culture of performance, accountability and continuous improvement. You'll empower teams, optimize daily operations and help deliver the Site's Compelling Business Needs (CBN) through strong leadership, collaboration and operational expertise.

If you thrive in a results-driven environment and are passionate about leading people, driving efficiency and making a tangible impact, this is your opportunity to grow with a global industry leader.

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing:

• Ensuring that the shift team complies with Safety, Food Safety & Regulatory requirements in our operations
• Creating a safe environment and producing high quality products by ensuring compliance with Kellanova policies, programs and activities
• Performing Gemba walks in the shop floor to ensure adherence to Safety Seven & Golden Six norms
• Managing the manufacturing in shift by ensuring adherence to the production Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) while operating the equipment and upholding Autonomous Maintenance (AM) requirements
• Supervising various activities carried out by the Operations Technicians to ensure production schedules are met and we reach the optimal service level and cost with good manufacturing standards
• Upholding shifts compliance, participation and development of the Kellanova Work Systems (KWS) culture across the plant. Enhance KWS ways of working by enabling Daily Direction Setting (DDS) & Daily Management System (DMS) processes
• Ensuring and managing technical and leadership competency development of their operations Technicians in line with their skill matrix requirements
• Driving engagement on the shop floor by enabling various campaigns and other employee engagement activities to run from time to time by Plant Leadership Team
• Establishing good communication with the shop floor and performing 1:1 with all direct reports
• Managing their assigned shift team (HR process) in terms of vacation, absence, leaves, extra hours, as well as execution of disciplinary actions

What You Look Like:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 6 years of experience in manufacturing, plant operations, or production management within a fast-paced industrial or FMCG environment
• Proven experience leading and managing shift operations teams to achieve production, quality, safety and cost targets
• Strong knowledge of Safety, Food Safety, Regulatory compliance and manufacturing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Experience with continuous improvement practices such as Gemba walks, Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Daily Direction Setting (DDS) and Daily Management Systems (DMS)
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills, including employee engagement, performance management and competency development
• Excellent communication, problem-solving and decision-making abilities with the capability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Experience managing workforce planning and HR-related processes including scheduling, attendance, overtime, leave management and disciplinary actions

What's Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova (now Mars Snacking), we are driven by our vision to be the world's best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

About Kellanova AMEA (now Mars Snacking)

Home to 75% of the world's population and contributing to 50% of the global GDP, the AMEA region represents a vast and promising market for Kellanova. This region provides an extensive geographic presence and holds substantial growth potential, especially considering our diverse portfolio spanning multiple categories.

AMEA is strategically positioned for growth, positioning itself to become a prominent player in the snacking industry while maintaining a steady trajectory of cereal growth. As we expand our product offerings, reach new geographic horizons, and increase investments in emerging markets within AMEA, you have the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization. We are deeply committed to investing in our people and enhancing our capabilities to deliver value to our stakeholders.

The best brands. The best people. The best you.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.