Process Lead

at The Hershey Company in Hazle Township, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Description

Process Lead

Posted Date: 
 
 Jul 19, 2024

Requisition Number: 
 
 122529

Job Location: Hazleton, PA
Summary:
The Hazleton plant is a Union plant producing products such as Cadbury, Milk Bars, Almond Bars, Extra Dark Bars, Caramel Bars, Candy Coated Eggs, and Kit Kat, in a high-speed complex environment.
The Process Lead will help drive the Hershey Lean program at the Plant by developing and implementing process improvements and building operator capabilities in a TPM environment. This leader will own engineering, process, and system improvements that are integral to driving down losses and improving line efficiency.
A core function of the role will be developing standards for executing tasks on the line (e.g. changeovers) and training operators and mechanics to execute standards properly. The Process Lead will play a key role in developing and managing equipment centerlines as well as structuring daily problem solving on the line to develop action plans. He / she will own tracking and maintain the loss data on the line to ensure top losses are being addressed.
In addition, the role involves guiding the line team on the creation / revision of visual management systems on the line to be used as part of Daily Direction Setting. The Process Lead is a member of the line leadership team structure and works in tight collaboration across the business unit team.

Responsibilities:
Coach operators/mechanics on executing standards
Develop standards for executing tasks on the line
Develop and manage equipment centerlines
Drive daily problem solving and data driven planning
Driving process efficiency on multiple production lines

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities:
Strong leadership skills
Understanding of packaging and processing equipment operations
Strong problem-solving skills
Able to develop action plan based on problems identified on the floor
Works independently and takes ownership of driving improvements
Understanding of LEAN Six Sigma concepts
Demonstrated excellent communication skills
Experienced in data collection and analysis

Education:

Bachelor's degree preferred OR equivalent experience

Experience:
Experience in an automated manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and TPM is preferred.
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