Business Unit Lead - 2nd Shift

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Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Business Unit Lead- 2rd Shift (2PM - 10 PM) will lead and develop the shift Production Supervisor and be responsible for factory operations on shift. You will be responsible for key business metrics for your shift (such as OEE, waste, attainment, OR, and costs), leading the AM pillar on shift, and managing production to ensure compliance with Safety, Health, Environment, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements. The Business Unit Lead will be the lead decision maker for day to day operations and troubleshooting with additional responsibility to lead quality, maintenance and logistics personnel as needed. Ultimately you own your shift’s performance end to end. This position is directly responsible for 36 people, including 1 Production Supervisor and will work closely with 2 direct counterparts to ensure 24 hour production.

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JOB PURPOSE

Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. If you are looking to own end to end factory operations on your own shift, then this role is just for you!

WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE

· Own end to end shift performance for the factory.

· Success is dependent on change, and the Business Unit Lead role is to be a change champion for their shift. Being the primary production leader on shift means that you establish a culture for success.

· Drive leadership through people management, development, motivation, and engagement within a fast-paced environment

· Act and think not only from a manufacturing point of view, but from an end-to-end business view to maximize the value the site brings to the business.

· Establish and execute short- and medium-term strategies, goals, and improvements that improve service and reduce costs.

· Liaison with all key stakeholders and departments to ensure full alignments on the shift’s production schedule to ensure success.

· Partner with the other two Business Unit Leads to ensure successful shift-to-shift communication.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

Experiences & Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree required (Engineering or Technical Degree preferred)

· Minimum 3-4 years manufacturing experience

· Full understanding and experience enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

· Familiar with HACCP principles, implementation, and facilitation

· Must be able to effectively manage conflict while creating an inclusive work environment

· Full understanding of the OHSA and pertinent safety regulations

· Experience with manufacturing equipment, concepts and regulations

· Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment

· Leadership experience in manufacturing environment or continuous improvement (WCM, TPM, Lean Manufacturing)

· Champion for Change Management

Leadership

· You are energized by delivering fantastic results. You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience. You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.

· As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work. You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need. You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

· Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) Behaviors

o PASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results. Has an owner’s mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.

o PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves. Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.

o CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers. Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.

o PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.

o AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.

What We Can Offer You

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Pay: The pay range for this position is $86,080 to $129,120. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.

Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.