CVS Leader
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CVS LeaderJob DescriptionTitle: Commissioning, Validation, Startup (CVS) LeaderUnit/Site: Mars Petcare/Job Function: SupplyReports To: CVS ManagerJob Family: Plant OperationsCareer Band: Business OperationsJob Level: B4PURPOSE OF JOBCVS Leader supports the planning and execution of product and business development projects in terms of development, launch execution, and post launch evaluation. CVS Leader will partner with the CVS Manager to support all commissioning, validation and start up activities for specified projects. All positions to support CVS according to Mars North America CVS program standard.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESSupport all CVS activities including project launch execution and post launch evaluation
Coordinate commissioning, validation and start-up for major and small minor projects at the site
Communicate with plant management to ensure appropriate resources are in place
Develop the CVS plan to include Global Best Practices for Quality & Food Safety
Create Standard Operating Procedures to maximize operational effectiveness including job descriptions for
new positionsTransfer equipment knowledge and operation through factory directed training or personal hands on
trainingCreate detailed work instructions for temporary support for new projects
Set up and chair meetings related to CVS activities and project information
Resolve cross functional issues and agree on actions, follow up on actions, define and report on milestones
Support site CVS activities including coordination of resources, collaboration with engineering group,
leading cross-functional decision-making teams concerning project activities, developing the CVS plan,creating standard operating procedures and maximizing the operational effectiveness of start-upAlthough not directly responsible for the CVS budget, the Leader must make decisions based on budgeted
amounts and understand its trade-offsSupport large number of Vendor Acceptance Testing/Factory Acceptance Testing as needed for projects
Deliver projects safely with high quality on time and within budget
Lead new equipment to agreed upon performance metrics including TRS, Production Reliability, MTBF
and loss eliminationDevelop close working relationship with Continuous Improvement Technicians to identify cost reduction
opportunities throughout the site and implement lean solutions to reduce waste, improve yield, increaseTRS, and maximize productivity, labor and equipment utilizationSupport overall lean execution programs for the site including lean training and implementation of lean
programsLEADERSHIP COMPETENCIESAction Oriented
Approachability
Problem Solving
Managing and Measuring Work
Motivating Others
Process Management
KEY FUNCTIONAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGEStrong understanding of current factory process in both Making (processing) and Packaging
Strong analytical, communication and influencing skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to transfer procedures and training experiences to others
Comprehensive understanding of the CVS process, lean thinking methodology and their application to the
site environmentIn depth knowledge of Mars policies, objectives and organizational structure
Understanding of the change management and capital appropriations processes
FDA code requirements
KEY EXPERIENCESDemonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated presentation skills
Demonstrated skills in leadership and learning on the fly
Knowledge of Mars quality systems and lean manufacturing principles preferred
Experience across multiple business functions desired
Strong working knowledge of manufacturing, warehousing and engineering functions in a food processing/ distribution facility
DESIRED EDUCATIONAssociates degree in related science or business field or two or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with experience in project management and CVS experience for a major or complicated process
DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY AND IMPACTInput into choice of vendor and acceptance
Review equipment, machinery, processes and systems with references to project business objectives and conformance to technical, regulatory and safety standards
TRS performance and shorter learning curves with proper CVS techniques
Waste reduction costs during learning curve
Recommendations and input to engineering for design and installation for new and existing projects and equipment
Collaboration with R&D for process and product development including new flavours,
Training budget management for new and existing projects
PEOPLE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIESNo direct management responsibility of Associates. Job holder has responsibilities for managing, training vendors and contractors on site including ensuring the availability of quality training programs.Job holder has responsibility for planning, organizing and executing systems and equipment related training for contract employees, technical and Operational associates.Responsibility for training and developing CVS Leaders for new projects.Up to 25% travel required for this position
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