Business Unit Leader

Do you have experience leading diverse teams in a complex business environment? If so, then we have an opportunity for you!We are currently seeking a highly qualified 3rd shift Business Unit Leader (BUL) at Baker One to join us at our U.S.

Smokeless Tobacco Processing Facility in Hopkinsville, KY.

Here, we are committed to strong work ethic, dedication to quality, and innovation.

Our culture blends tradition with forward-thinking, where every team member plays a role in shaping the future of our smokeless tobacco brands.In this role, you will supervise systems, resources, and staffing levels within the unit to ensure safety, production, compliance, team objectives are consistently met.What you will be doing:


* Providing direction, allocating resources, personnel coverage, and work assignments.


* Coordinating with production teams to plan and execute business unit activities, meeting established schedules and ensuring effective work processes.


* Communicating key performance measures so employees understand progress toward goals.


* Building both individual and organizational capability on your shift, addressing the needs of the business and your team members.


* Participating and/or leading Quality Management System (QMS) responsibilities including Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA), Change Control, Deviation Investigations and Document Change Request.


* Operating forklift, electric lift equipment, walkie, etc.


* Ensuring accurate completion of required records, including QMS, Safety, Compliance, etc.


* Applying Lean Six Sigma (LSS) principles and utilizing IS systems required for packing and pouching processes (HMI's, JDA, MSF, etc.), as well as Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.


* Monitoring packing/pouching process and equipment performance.

Interface with supervision and support functions to resolve issues.


* Partnering with the Line Structure Team to lead and support operations through the Integrated Work System (IWS) journey.


* Being willing to work alternative shifts, overtime and support other facilities as necessary.

What we want you to have:


* Associate degree or bachelor's degree.


* In lieu of a degree, five (5) years' experience in a manufacturing or relevant leadership role will be considered.



* Familiarity with packing and pouching equipment.


* Proven ability to effectively mentor and lead employees in a team-based environment.


* Strong decision-making skills, using independent judgment under time constraints with minimal supervision when necessary.


* Ability to build consensus on resource needs, problem-solving, and solutions with peers, subordinates, and management - leveraging networks within and beyond the business unit or department.


* Excellent oral and written communication skills.


* Physical ability to move easily throughout an industrial environment and stand on a concrete floor for 80-85% of the workday.

In this role, ...