Assistant Production Manager (Area Leader)

Your Opportunity as an Area Leader (Assistant Production Manager) The Area Leader will be responsible for the leadership and business results of a team of hourly Technicians and Team Leaders; ensure the team meets safety, quality, and operational standards; and facilitate team development and skill building through coaching and mentoring team members. Location: 1969 Victory Dr, Columbus, GA 31901 (Hostess Manufacturing Plant) Work Arrangements: 100% on-site. Day Shift: 6am-6pm (primarily a day shift but is on call 24/7 with flexibility required for off-shifts and weekends) In this Role You Will: Champions department daily plan and following through on open items needed by the team. Participates in the department Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings Accountable for the daily operations and team performance (Safety, Quality, Reliability, Cost, Org. Capability) Role models our Basic Beliefs, Our Commitment to Each Other, and Emotional Intelligence to build resonance Works with operating teams to address safety concerns and assist in resolution Responsible for driving department issues to root cause and developing a zero-loss and continuous improvement culture Performance management, staffing strategy and developing a “flow to the work” culture Partner with Manager in developing and delivering Department Master Plan Ensures that essential business information and general expectations are clearly communicated and understood by all members of the team Develop and coach operational and leadership skills of Team Leaders and Technicians to enhance peak performance through Smucker Quality Management Systems (SQMS) and High-Performance Organization (HPO) tools and design principles Assist in developing and executing key technical and organizational projects while increasing Smucker Quality Management System (SQMS) capability within the organization Responsible to collaborate across all pillars and leadership Acts as the technical resource for operating teams The Right Role for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. What We are Looking For: Minimum Requirements: A Bachelor’s degree (preferably an Engineering degree) 2 years of manufacturing operational experience 2 years of experience as a supervisor is required Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: 5 years’ relevant management experience preferred Experience coaching, developing, and leading others Project planning experience Prior experience managing people and/or teams in a high-performance work environment Food processing, pet, or human food manufacturing, and/or engineering experience Work Environment: This job operates in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment and manufacturing sites can be high. Physical Demands: Regularly required to talk and hear. Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Able to lift objects up to 50 pounds frequently. May push and pull heavy objects Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Learn More About Working at Smucker   Helping our Employees Thrive Delivering on Our Purpose  Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All  Follow us on LinkedIn® #LI-TJ1 #INDSA We are a community of passionate, talented professionals committed to making food people and pets love while supporting all those who count on our business. We celebrate the uniqueness of each individual, promote their development and growth and ensure effective collaboration and continued productivity to drive the success of our organization. You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work and become your best professional self. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker. Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee holistically by meeting their physical, emotional and financial needs through: Our Total Rewards benefits Continuous opportunities to learn, grow and develop Our continued progress to become an inclusive and diverse organization. We are taking meaningful steps to enhance the inclusivity of our workplace and the diversity of our organization. Learn more We believe success is driving business growth while also helping those associated with our Company thrive. Learn more The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.