Who We Are
Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core valuesCaring, Inclusive, and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Core Responsibilities
- Responsible for production KPIs (AU, UPDT & AML)
- Implement EHS & Quality standard-related activities
- Efficiently manage resources (Man, Machine, Materials)
- Guide line teams to reduce downtime and solve quality problems
- Maintain crewing norms, shift rotations, and leave planning
- Actively present on the shop floor and participate in 5S, AM, PM, and Small Group meetings
- Manage equipment repairs and control spare parts
- Train Technicians & Team Members in technical areas
Key Competencies
Managing Materials and Services
- Manage direct and indirect materials across the supply chain
- Involve suppliers in the innovation cycle
- Optimize material replenishment using pull systems
- Identify shop floor cost-saving activities
- Standardize materials and services
- Understand supplier capabilities in cost, quality, and EHS
Customer Service and Logistics
- Apply SAP and inventory control systems for finished goods
- Utilize pull systems and reduce cycle times
Managing Production
- Strategize and execute consistent production and quality goals
- Build and lead a high-performing team
- Maintain raw material and finished goods handling standards
- Ensure process and equipment alignment with customer and quality demands
- Set and manage production plans using SAP
Continuous Improvement (CI)
- Apply CI tools like FP&R and factory modeling
- Conduct Continuous Improvement Reviews (CIRs)
- Identify and standardize best practices
- Align CI initiatives with Quality and Safety
Engineering and Capital Project Management
- Support layout and material flow optimization
- Deliver projects on time and within budget
- Engage stakeholders and ensure safety, quality, and cost standards
EHS and Quality
- Drive conformance with Quality and EHS requirements
- Interpret government regulations for compliance
- Promote safe behaviors and environmental practices
- Conduct proactive assessments and provide resources for compliance
Supply Chain Systems & Analysis
- Understand the supply chain as a total system
- Apply tools like SAP, Business Warehouse, and OPERA Data
- Balance KPIs and improve supply chain flow
- Anticipate and act on operational and technical issues
Experience:
- Experience in production functions of large FMCG/manufacturing organizations
- Experience managing large teams in rotational shifts
- PLC programming knowledge is an advantage
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Achieving our purpose starts with our peopleensuring our workforce represents the communities we serve and creating an environment where everyone feels they belong.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, orientation, nationality, age, or disability. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
