Production Coordinator
Summary
Coordinates a food-manufacturing production line, trains operators on safety and quality standards, and drives continuous improvement in a GMP environment.
Job Description:
Mars Snacking- Production Coordinator- Elizabethtown, PA
- Hiring Manager: Mike Kleinfelter
Current Shift Schedule
4-Shift Rotation: Rotates between:
4th Shift: Week Off
3rd Shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM
2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
1st Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Weekday Shifts: 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday)
Weekend Shifts: 12-hour shifts (off every other weekend)
Future Shift Schedule:
In 2027: Transition from rotating to 12 hour fixed shifts (specific details still in discussion)
Description of Role:
The Production Coordinator works with the Production Lead to manage the on-shift production team, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and output standards in a GMP food manufacturing environment. This role drives continuous improvement by developing and training operators to properly execute standards
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
- Must have line manager approval
- 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience training or coaching others in a manufacturing environment
- Proficient in computer software’s including MS Office 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
- 5+ years’ experience in an automated manufacturing environment
- Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office, Wonderware and/or Weever
- Experience with TPM/Continuous Improvement Tools
What will your key responsibilities be?
- Train and coach operators and mechanics on executing standards
- Drive process efficiency on production equipment
- Act as back up for Production Lead
- Drive continuous improvement activities
- Experience in data collection and analysis
- Any ad hoc requests