Section Manager

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

You will lead the production operations in the Plant and delivering key performance targets (SQCDSM) in safety, quality, productivity, volumes, cost, sustainability, organizational morale.  You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is implemented and is fully effective and you will strive to build a high performing organization.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Manages change/ transformation change/ transformation amongst the Operating teams in the implementation of IL6S-Integrated Lean 6 sigma phase journey, FoF-Factory of Future Line centric organization & roles (AM-Autonomous Maintenance, PM-Progressive Maintenance and an integrated 6 star model within operating Line teams) to progress into Self sufficient teams. Role models Values and principles through effective coaching, mentoring and development of the team.
• Support the Manufacturing annual operational plans and targets to meet Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability, Engagement goals in line with the site Compelling business need.  coach Line Leaders, cascade & communicate the plans and targets to employees to ensure alignment and understanding around priorities, focus and KPI’s.
• Lead and be Accountable to establish a strong Governance to Review, Control Operational performance and Continuous Improvement plan and embed a zero loss mindset  to constantly improve and deliver against best in class both internally and externally. Drive the Operating team to identify and manage improvements to technology, culture, capability and operating systems to deliver a best practice and reliable operation.
• Support all Manufacturing standards, Governance, Compliance requirements (e.g. Corporate Quality, Food safety & GMP, Health, Safety, Security, Environment, Sustainability, Code of conduct, Policies & principles, Operational standards, Local legal requirements, Internal Audit norms, & other procedures updated from time to time) are in place, understood by all, and is regularly reviewed and monitored for effective implementation.
• Lead and be Accountable for Talent, Capabilities & Engagement for the Manufacturing team - identify and implement critical levers to attract, retain & develop critical talent and builds capability at all levels, technical and behavioral, to build a sustainable workforce profile for the future. Partner effectively with all multi-functional peers internally & externally (outside the plant) to achieve objectives, goals and KPI’s.

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Strong operational & manufacturing leadership experience in CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productive maintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts
• Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment. Demonstrated abilities in Analytics, problem solving and team building

More about this role

What you need to know about this position:Lead through service. Be physically present on the floor, accessible, engaged, and consistent. Model servant leadership so that it cascades through every level of the night shift organization. Your success is measured by the growth of the people around you.

• Coach and develop line supervisors and leaders in IL6S work processes. Observe coaching conversations, offer real-time feedback, and model what strong IL6S-grounded leadership looks like in action. Build continuous improvement capability on nights through direct coaching, not by waiting for day-shift support functions to bridge the gap.

• Perform LSW Gemba to coach and build capability. Execute structured Leader Standard Work Gemba walks across all three lines on nights. Use these as coaching opportunities to develop leaders in standard work adherence, problem-solving, and the daily management system. Gemba is not an audit; it is a development conversation. 

• Explicitly develop core and support employees in the 10+5 framework. Own the development of night shift employees through the 10 Focus Areas and 5 Leadership Capabilities. Ensure development plans are active, coaching conversations are happening, and capability is growing measurably across the shift.

• Remove barriers. Act as the senior decision-maker and cross-functional connector during night shift hours when support functions (HR, Quality, Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, Safety) are not on-site. Advocate for night shift needs with the broader plant leadership team.

• Build community and engagement. Ensure night shift employees feel connected to the plant's Vision, CBN, culture, direction, and leadership team regardless of their schedule. Drive engagement through consistent recognition, open communication, and genuine investment in people.

• Drive IL6S progression on nights. Champion Integrated Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and disciplines across night shift teams. Build the groundwork for IL6S maturity on Lines 1 and 2 while reinforcing standards on the model line. Instill a continuous improvement, 100% Total Employee Involvement, and zero-loss mindset.

• Build HPWS fluency. Guide core, support, and front-line leaders through High Performance Work Systems principles so that the structural foundations of a high-performing organization are actively understood and applied across all night shift teams.

• Serve as the strategic bridge between the Manufacturing Manager and night shift operations. Translate the manufacturing vision, priorities, and KPIs into night shift execution. Ensure full alignment and understanding across all night shift teams. Establish and maintain governance routines to review, monitor, and improve night shift performance across SQCDSM (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability, Morale).

• Support all manufacturing standards and governance requirements including Corporate Quality, Food Safety, GMP, HACCP, Health, Safety, Security, Environment, Sustainability, Code of Conduct, and other relevant policies and procedures. Ensure these are understood by all night shift team members and consistently applied.

• Lead with influence, not authority. This role does not displace existing line manager authority or accountability. You will maintain dotted-line accountability for night shift operations and managers across Lines 1, 2, and 3. A servant leader does not take ownership from others; they empower others to own more effectively.

• Be prepared to act on behalf of the Manufacturing Manager in their absence during night shift hours, including protection of human and physical assets, crisis management, conducting staff meetings, and addressing relevant operational issues.

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain, Engineering, Food Science, or related field preferred.

• At least 7 years of experience within a supply chain or manufacturing environment; 2+ years of Lean, TPM, or Six Sigma experience preferred.

• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) proficiency required.

• Willingness to work a night shift schedule, with flexibility to adjust coverage as operational needs require.



Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $122,000 to $167,750; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.Within Country Relocation support available and for candidates voluntarily moving internationally some minimal support is offered through our Volunteer International Transfer Policy

Business Unit Summary

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and  Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.  

Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.

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Job Type

RegularManufacturing supportManufacturing