MBU Shift Lead

MBU Shift LeadLocationNorth CarolinaRole TypePermanentWHO WE AREITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity.ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace that is diverse and inclusive. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table.We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen – both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success.What You Will DoJob Summary:As a member of the MBU (Mini Business Unit), this position will be responsible for managing a diverse manufacturing team and will focus on the daily management systems, adherence to standards, and engagement of employees. Shift Leads report the MBU Lead in the area they are assigned. The Shift Lead tracks and analyzes data utilizing MBU hourly/salary resources will apply advanced problem solving to identify opportunities and eliminate the root cause for all types of losses. This position will also include directing, disciplining, training, and assisting manufacturing employees in a factory setting. This position is intended to be rotational with the Process Lead Position on any shift.Job Duties:

Collaborate with MBU Lead and MBU Team to drive a cultural change to maintain continuous improvement efforts beyond process & project activities and to a lean way of working.

Reviews existing processes, identifying opportunities for process improvement to ensure the development and execution of the plant's zero loss journey focused on mitigating MBU all types of losses. Evaluating and prioritizing potential improvements based on gains and required effort.

Support and actively supervise MBU employees to achieve company goals by communicating expectations, planning, monitoring, training, coaching, and evaluating job results as well as counsels’ employees on how to achieve an optimal output or workflow. Collaborate with the training department(s) to schedule training and evaluate training effectiveness.

Maintains a safe, and efficient environment for all employees and enforces company policies, guidelines, and procedures by providing staff development opportunities and maintaining safety programs.

Supervises assigned staff for accuracy of detailed work, manufacturing processes, machine set-up, brand changes, overall equipment operation, recordkeeping, safety, housekeeping, procedures and responsibility associated with the area of GMP and FDA guidelines.

Compiles and analyzes production records and ensures that production plans are completed by a certain time, organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules and coordinate appropriate activities and stakeholders to identify and eliminate obstacles as well as identify, suggest, and implement improvements. Ensures cross shift activities and shifts handover process efficiency through meetings, planning, communication issues/actions for the next shift.

Ensures quality production standards are maintained by examining output, checking finished product, conducting physical examinations of testing devices, tagging, and/or removing nonconforming product, and monitoring employee use of inspection equipment and compliance to the trained standard operating procedures.

Ensures the reactive and preventive maintenance, and mechanical repairs of all production equipment to meet or exceed safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Utilizes Machine Information Systems (MIS), SAP, Business Objects, DAR, and other data systems to identify machine performance trends.

Build capability of others and role model the Company Behaviors: Start with the Consumer, Collaborate with Purpose, Take Accountability with Confidence, Be Authentic and Inclusive to All, and Build our future.

Qualifications

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor DegreeExperience: 5+ yearsSupervisory Experience: 3+ yearsLicense/Certifications:

Lean/Six Sigma Green belt Certification or equivalent

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint), Microsoft Teams, MS Power BI. Intermediate to Advanced verbal & written communication, presentation, training skills, Skilled in attention to detail, problem/situation analysis, effective time and task management, multitasking capabilities. Ability to communicate to a broad and diverse audience, plan, organize, prioritize and manage projects or programs, maintain effective working relationships, demonstrate critical thinking, work with diverse populations and varying education levels, prioritize assignments, workload, and manage time accordingly.

Work Environment and Physical Demand

Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing between 10lb-50lbs

Reach and grasp objects / Hand eye coordination

Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Standing for extended periods of time

Prolonged machine operation including computer and keyboard equipment

What We Offer Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution 15 Company-paid holidays Generous paid time off Employee recognition and discount programs Education assistance Employee referral bonus program Hybrid workplace – remote / in office Summer hours Casual dress policy Monday through FridayApplicant InformationThis job description describes the essential functions of the job at the time the job description was created, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the position may evolve or change over time and such changes may not be reflected in the job description until it is next updated.Everyone BelongsITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@itgbrands.com .SHARE THIS JOBThe posting for the position for which you are applying highlights key aspects of the position only. It is not a complete description of the position.All candidates must consent to an independent investigation of their background, references, past employment, education, criminal record, and drug screening. Results of such background checks will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, giving consideration to the nature of the information reported and its relevance to the specific job being sought before a decision is made using this information.ITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us atTalentAcquisition@itgbrands.com (Talen%74Acquisition%40%69t%67b%72ands.%63om) .We collect personal information from you in connection with your application for employment with ITG Brands or ITG Cigars. For more information, please see ourPrivacy Policy (https://www.itgbrands.com/privacy-policy/) . If you are a job applicant from California, additional information can be found on ourCalifornia Applicant Privacy Notice (https://www.itgbrands.com/ca-applicant-privacy-notice/) . If you have questions, contact us atprivacy@itgbrands.com (priv%61%63y@i%74gb%72ands.co%6D) .