Labor Scheduling Manager

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Mondelez International

Labor Scheduling Manager

in

Chicago

Illinois

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Possible.

Our employees are key ingredients to our success,​ and you will be responsible for HR support to a specific plant(s) on topics such as talent management, leadership development, early career programs, career pathing, mobility and strategic talent reviews. For people managers in specific plants, you will act as point of contact for specific HR topics. You are a trusted partner and will drive implementation of global strategies and initiatives across plants. You will be responsible for influencing business strategy for people-related issues.

How you will contribute

You will:

Partner and build relationships with key stakeholders, understanding the commercial/supply chain impact of people decisions in order to fulfil business objectives, providing an outside-in lens (plant roadmap, people plan, factory of the future)

Oversee site labor relations strategy including elements of communication and works council relations and compliance

Drive engagement on the plant culture agenda; coach leaders on the key cultural elements and organizational values – being the custodian of high performance work systems, and ensure an effective plant learning management

Partner with leadership teams on strategic priorities from workforce planning insights and decisions to talent acquisition, leadership development, early career programs, career pathing, succession planning and mobility, and strategic talent reviews

Leverage data analytics to drive solutions and decisions that translate into actionable plans to impact the bottom line and enable business strategy. Inform and update People Services of any local, legal and regulatory changes in market

Support plant leadership with effective management of time and attendance systems and attendance policies as necessary, coaching plant directors and plant leadership pillar in line with plant needs/KPI’s – support performance calibration where applicable

Lead people process’/impact of any plant transformation with effective change management

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in:

Broad generalist HR experience across a range of populations and range of seniority

Strong experience of working with trade unions to deliver change

Proven track record as a trusted, credible business partner with ability to engage, inspire, and influence people

Experience working with Lean Six Sigma to drive high performance

HR leader with an active curiosity, insight orientation and external perspective about people and business performance

Interpersonal savvy, planning, and dealing with ambiguity

Future focused by thinking ahead and anticipating new opportunities, leverages an outside in perspective through understanding of market trends

The Labor Scheduling Manager

is responsible for coordinating and managing the labor scheduling activities within a manufacturing facility. This role involves analyzing production demands, optimizing labor resources, and ensuring efficient utilization of workforce to meet production targets.

The Labor Scheduling Manager will collaborate with various departments, including production, human resources, and operations, to develop and implement effective labor schedules that align with business objectives.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement labor schedules based on production demand, resource availability, and business requirements.

Collaborate with production managers and supervisors to understand production goals, priorities, and timelines.

Analyze production forecasts, sales orders, and historical data to accurately determine labor requirements for different departments and shifts.

Coordinate with HR to ensure availability of qualified and trained employees to meet production needs.

Monitor and manage labor costs, overtime, and staffing levels to optimize resource allocation.

Continuously evaluate and adjust labor schedules to accommodate changes in production demand, equipment availability, or staffing constraints.

Identify and resolve scheduling conflicts, such as overlapping shifts or insufficient staffing, to maintain smooth operations.

Implement scheduling software or tools to streamline the scheduling process and enhance efficiency.

Provide regular reports and analysis on labor utilization, productivity, and efficiency to management.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities and implement best practices related to labor scheduling.

Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and labor laws affecting workforce scheduling and ensure compliance.

Foster a positive work environment by promoting effective communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business administration, operations management, or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Proven experience in labor scheduling, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.

Proficiency in using scheduling software or tools to manage labor resources effectively.

Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and build positive working relationships.

Knowledge of labor laws, regulations, and compliance requirements related to workforce scheduling.

Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically to resolve scheduling conflicts and optimize resource allocation.

Mondelez Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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.

Company info

Mondelez International
Website : https://www.mondelezinternational.com