Operations Team Leader - Night Shift - Morristown, TN
Company: Msccn
Location: Morristown
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
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steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site"
at the location detailed in the job post. Colgate-Palmolive Company
is a global consumer products company operating in over 200
countries specializing 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 values—Caring, Inclusive, and
Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve
common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future
for all. Our Morristown, Tennessee Oral Care Manufacturing Plant is
at the forefront of innovation and robotic process automation. As
our new Operations Team Leader, Reporting to the Operations Area
Leader, you will have the opportunity to be a frontline driver of
technical performance and team engagement. You will lead and
facilitate direct coaching of Technicians, the execution of
Autonomous Maintenance (AM) steps, and ensuring that the area’s
technical assets and people operate at peak efficiency. This
position will be night shift, 6pm - 6:30am on a 2-2-3 schedule. Key
Responsibilities Technical Execution & Total Productive Maintenance
Mastership Frontline Autonomous Maintenance Lead: Leads the
Autonomous Maintenance (AM) program on the floor, ensuring tools
are used correctly to drive program step progress and eliminate
technical losses. Operational Excellence: Drives OPEX initiatives
and adheres to all EHS, Quality, and Operational Efficiency
standards to optimize plant performance. Technical Problem Solving:
Identifies and implements process improvements by tracking and
analyzing KPIs, including yield variances and inventory loss.
Safety & Quality Rigor: Ensures strict adherence to Food Safety,
GMP, and EHS standards, leading incident investigations and
corrective action plans. Coaching & Team Development Technical
Coaching: Provides ongoing, real-time coaching and feedback to
Technicians to build their technical competencies and
self-sufficiency. Training Coordination: Coordinates technical
training schedules to ensure the workforce possesses the necessary
skills to meet evolving business needs. Engagement & Labor
Relations: Builds employee engagement and ensures timely resolution
of labor concerns, seeking mutually beneficial solutions to
conflict. Workforce Management: Manages the permanent and temporary
workforce, including shift rotations, crewing, and daily
attendance. Operational & Financial Support Production Flow:
Directs daily activities of Technicians, establishing work
schedules and production sequences to ensure all goals are met.
Inventory Ownership: Leads physical inventory counts, investigates
variances, and conducts activities related to monthly financial
closure. Data Integrity: Manages SAP daily consumption posting and
ensures production orders are technically completed to support the
Area Leader’s financial reporting. Required Qualifications HS
Diploma/GED with 3 years in a Colgate-Palmolive/Hill’s
manufacturing environment OR a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering,
supply chain, or related technical field. Must be able to work in a
manufacturing environment (climbing, kneeling, lifting up to 50
lbs) and wear all required PPE. Ability to work irregular shifts,
including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support 24/7 technical
operations. Preferred Qualifications Technical Leadership: 2 years
of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment. Systems
Mastership: Strong proficiency in SAP systems, FP&R standards,
and Google Suite. Communication: Proven ability to communicate
technical ideas clearly and facilitate the transfer of best
practices across shifts. Alignment: Leadership values inherently
aligned with the company’s Leadership Principles. Travel
Requirements Expected percentage of travel: Up to 10 % Compensation
and Benefits Salary Range $65,000.00 - $107,500.00 USD Pay is
determined based on experience, qualifications, and location.
Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses,
profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.
Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits
package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance,
paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject
to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum
of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120
hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on
the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave
is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local
laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements
will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to
adjustments based on changes in legislation or company
policies.
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