As a Production Team Leader you will be responsible for leading a team of skilled production operators within the Liquid Flavours department. You will be the main point of contact for operators on shift and will also regularly liaise with many different departments such as Quality, Planning, Health & Safety and Engineering.
What you’ll do:
* Allocate operators to different work centres within the Liquids Department in order to ensure production targets are met
* Analyse production data and feedback KPIs to the senior management team
* Train, develop and advise operators, maximising quality and productivity
* Monitor production processes and methods, propose improvements, and highlight problem formulations for modification that cause production difficulties
* Contribute and lead continuous improvement projects as required using lean framework including PDCA methodology
* Collaborate with Planning, Quality Control & Warehousing Departments to ensure plan adherence and service levels achieved; and collaborate with Engineering to ensure preventative and reactive maintenance tasks are achieved
What you’ll bring:
* You are safety focused and have knowledge of GMP and food hygiene systems/procedures
* You have experience managing teams in a production environment
* You bring knowledge of lean principles and tools
* You are fluent in ERP systems, preferably JDE, and are proficient in MS Excel and Word
* Willing to work in a 2-shift pattern, rotating weekly between an early and late shift
What you’ll get:
* Opportunity to collaborate with your colleagues, onsite 5 days per week
* An excellent salary, benefit offering and development opportunities
* A thorough and effective training experience during onboarding and beyond
About Sensient Technologies Corporation:
Sensient Technologies Corporation is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of colors, flavors, and extracts. Sensient employs advanced technologies at facilities around the world to develop specialty food and beverage systems, cosmetic and pharmaceutical systems, inkjet and specialty inks and colors, and other specialty and fine chemicals. The Company's customers include major international manufacturers representing most of the world's best-known brands. Sensient is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
About Sensient Flavors & Extracts:
Sensient Flavors & Extracts Group develops, manufactures and distributes flavor and extract systems that are found in thousands of consumer products worldwide. The company's specialty systems are essential components of food, beverage, household and personal care products. Sensient's value-added flavors and extracts enable our customers to excel in highly competitive global markets. The Flavors & Extracts Group is located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
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