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Drive improvements in OEE, yield, energy and water efficiency, plant stability and overall equipment performance. Establish strong operating disciplines, respond decisively to process disruptions and ensure that root causes are addressed rather than repeatedly firefought.\nBuilding a High-Performing Production Team\nThis is where you’ll make your mark. You’ll lead, coach and develop Shift Managers and the broader Production team, building their confidence, technical competence and decision-making ability. You’ll create a culture of accountability, trust and empowerment, provide constructive feedback, identify development needs and nurture the next generation of Production leaders.\nPutting Safety and Quality First\nChampion uncompromising standards in employee safety, product quality, food safety where applicable, environmental compliance and operational risk. 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