Project Manager​/Vertical Startup Lead

Job Description

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? We are the creators of Oreo, Ritz Crackers, Triscuit, Sour Patch and Swedish Fish to name a few.

This role will lead the planning and implementation to achieve vertical start‑up of a biscuit and crackers production line. You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is implemented and is fully effective and you will strive to build a high performing organization.

• Lead Vertical Start‑Up Team on the delivery of successful CQV / TT&T. Coordinate activities with RDQ, Engineering, Planning, and other relevant cross‑functions. Create benchmark platforms with CBA plant. Involve Suppliers to align with CQV Plan including start‑up details.
• Support the Manufacturing annual operational plans and targets to meet Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability, Engagement goals in line with the site Compelling business need.
• Create VSU & Lean Project Management Culture within the team. Engage cross‑functions for the start‑up activities.
• Become familiar with the project and collect preliminary information to begin developing the start‑up plan and develop team charter and team communication.

• Identify start‑up implementation strategy, obtain approval, and begin to develop startup plans.
• Ensure that current operation assessment is developed and implemented.
• Ensure that a process for change management and reapplication of learnings is developed and used.
• Ensure an issue identification & resolution process is developed and used.
• Provide direction, consistency, and focus.
• Provide training and coaching on start‑up processes.
• Define the project’s criteria and start‑up glide path and obtain approval from management.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for key equipment.
• Build capability within the team on Global Standard CQV template and content.

• Success Criteria are agreed (PQCDSM & VSU).
• Pre‑Commissioning Plan is developed.
• CTPs/CTQs are identified and agreed within the team.
• Duration of runs and products with all perquisites are defined.
• Activity Mapping Matrix is built for Pre‑Commissioning & Commissioning.
• Define the project’s criteria and start‑up glide path and obtain approval from management.
• Attend Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) for key equipment.

• Success Criteria are agreed (PQCDSM & VSU).
• Duration of runs and products with all perquisites are defined.
• Activity Mapping Matrix is built for Qualification.
• Site Specific Risks are evaluated, and actions initiated.
• Equipment & Quality FMEA is attended.
• Site Acceptance Test (SAT) is attended.

• Success Criteria are agreed (PQCDSM & VSU).
• Duration of runs and products with all perquisites are defined.

• Training plan:
  Ensure that the TT&T Plan is developed and following Global Standards.
• Hiring strategy for new line.
• Clarify all roles and responsibilities to new operators/technicians in your line.
• Support the Material Readiness Plan:
  Supplier(s) Material Quality and Quantity Plans are developed and aligned with start‑up requirements.
• Ensure that Start‑Up Planning and Implementation Schedules are developed, and Resource Allocation Plan is developed.
• Ensure that Planning and Implementation Measures and Results reporting is developed and used, and that project team is aligned on how vertical start‑up will be measured.
• Ensure that start‑up budget is developed and approved.

• Manufacturing experience (process, continuous improvement, maintenance, line leadership roles, etc.)
• Qualified on the I2M / IIM Process.
• Qualified on AM Step 3.
• Capable of leading and influencing people at higher and lower levels.
• Understands and is trained on key pillars like IIM, AM, and PM.
• Strong operational & manufacturing leadership experience in the food manufacturing industry with experience in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), 5S, Integrated Lean 6 Sigma tools and concepts.
• Excellent communication (verbal & written).
• Coaching and leadership skills in a team‑based environment.
• Demonstrated abilities in analytics, problem solving, and team building.
• Strong financial & business acumen, project management skills,…