Process Lead

Location: Mandideep, Madhya Pradesh, India

Position Title: Process Lead

Purpose of the position:

The Process Lead is responsible for driving the implementation and maturation of the Hershey Lean Production System in the plant by developing and implementing the Daily Management Systems (DMS) to deliver stability, predictability, flexibility, efficiency, and agility to the operation.

The Process Lead works closely with the BU leader, Line Lead, Reliability Lead, and the rest of the core team. They are responsible for process and system improvements necessary to reduce losses, improve line efficiency, and maintain the line in its base condition of operation.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and Implement Operating Standards:

• Develops and implements operating standards to execute recurring line activities (e.g., product changeovers, mechanical adjustments).

• Trains and coaches operators and mechanics on the execution of standard procedures.

Optimize Production Time and Process Control:

• Optimizes time to production and process control without neglecting the priorities of safety and quality.

• Owns, manages, and standardizes the execution of the Centerlines (CL) system and the Rapid Changeover (RCO) systems.

Monitor and Maintain Loss Trees and Maps:

• Monitors and maintains the Loss trees and maps for designated lines, ensuring they include all waste generation points.

• Provides quality information for the plant's indicators (OEE, waste, etc.).

• Addresses main losses with a focus on continuous improvement.

• Gives the core team a complete view of the business situation, helps prioritize, and specifies strategies.

Foster a Quality-Oriented and Food-Safe Environment:

• Adheres to GMP standards to foster a quality-oriented and food-safe environment.

• Ensures knowledge, compliance, and maintenance of EHS requirements applicable to the role.

Summary of key activities:

Support operators/technicians in standard execution of daily management systems.

Designs, executes, and participates in improvement projects focused on eliminating losses in its production lines.

Develops and manages Center Lines and Rapid Changeovers systems.

Analyzes generated loss data and plans work plans based on data/trends.

Define the speed and resources needed for proper execution of existing and new items.

Responsibilities:

Develop standard operating procedures

Training and Capacity Building of Operators/Technicians/Process Leaders

Implementation and maturation of the Center Line system or operating limits

Implementation and maturation of the Rapid Changeovers system

Lead improvement projects focused on the losses of your line

Knowledge, skills, and competencies required to successfully perform the position:

Skills & Knowledge:

 Technical knowledge of packaging and processing equipment operations.

 Able to develop an action plan based on the identified problems (Trend and Statistical Analytical Skills)

 Understanding Lean Six Sigma (SMED) concepts

 Experienced in data collection and analysis

 Basic knowledge of SAP

Competences:

 Strong leadership skills

 Experience in coaching and team coaching (preferred)

 Strong problem-solving skills

 Works collaboratively independently and drive continuous improvement

 Demonstrated communication skills

Minimum education and experience requirements:

Education:

 Bachelor’s Degree required, a degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment, or similar experience.

• Minimum 1 year experience with Lean Manufacturing/TPM

• Green Belt/Black Belt preferred