Line Manager

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Since 1969, our factory has been a cornerstone just eight miles west of Harrisburg. Situated at a transportation crossroads, it offers quick access to major cities like Baltimore, Boston, and New York. As one of the largest manufacturers in the area, we produce a wide range of dry pet food, including beloved brands like Puppy Chow®, Pro Plan®, and Friskies®. Beyond our work, we support local animal shelters, enriching the lives of pets everywhere. We’re also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal. Join us in Mechanicsburg, where small-town living meets big-city perks, and together, we make a difference.

As a Line Manager, you’ll use your strong leadership skills to oversee your assigned production supervisors and overall operations. Lead by example as you help uphold plant policies and procedures to maintain safety, quality, and production standards. You’ll develop and maintain a high level of knowledge in our processes to ensure smooth operation of the production facility

while communicating safety, quality, and production updates for your areas of responsibility.

• Train employees on safety expectations, including, but not limited to, completion of behavioral based safety observations, workplace exams, safety meetings, and other safety communication.
• Nurture a safe and healthy work environment for all employees through engagement in order to strive for zero accidents.
• Ensure that finished products are consistently manufactured meeting prescribed standards (compliant), on time and meeting consumer expectations through coaching of employees.
• Provide guidance, training, and development to new and existing supervisory and hourly personnel.
• Evaluate and discuss overall performance on safety, quality, behaviors, etc with employees.
• Achieve high levels of asset intensity by reducing unplanned stops, speed loss, waste generation, and optimizing planned downtime performance.

Requirements

• High Diploma or GED equivalent
• 4+ years of experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing, production, military, or related environment.

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing, production, military, or related environment.

The approximate pay range for this position is $97,000 to $131,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.


To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

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Job Requisition: 379272