Area Leader The J.M. Smucker Company United States, Kentucky, Scottsville 1070 Smiths Grove Road (Show on map) Sep 16, 2026 Your Opportunity as theArea Leader The Production Leader will be responsible for the leadership and business results of a team to ensure the team meets safety, quality, and operational standards; and facilitate team development and skill building through coaching and mentoring team members.

Location:

Scottsville, KY Work Arrangements:

100% on-site. Willingness to work off shift (including nights, weekends, and/or holidays) and flow to the work as needed In this role you will: Champions department daily plan and following through on open items needed by the team. Participates in the department Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings

Accountable for the daily operations and team performance (Safety, Quality, Reliability, Cost, Org. Capability)

Role models our Basic Beliefs, Our Commitment to Each Other, and Emotional Intelligence to build resonance

Works with operating teams to address safety concerns and assist in resolution

Responsible for driving department issues to root cause and developing a zero-loss and continuous improvement culture

Performance management, staffing strategy and developing a "flow to the work" culture

Partner with Manager in developing and delivering Department Master Plan

Ensures that essential business information and general expectations are clearly communicated and understood by all members of the team

Develop and coach operational and leadership skills to enhance peak performance through work systems and Operational Excellence tools and design principles

Assist in developing and executing key technical and organizational projects

Responsible to collaborate across all work system pillars and leadership

Acts as the technical resource for operating teams What we are looking for:

MinimumRequirements:

• A bachelor's degree, engineering preferred
• 2 years of manufacturing operational experience
• Experience coaching, developing, and leading others Additionalskills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: Project planning experience

Prior experience managing people and/or teams in a high-performance work environment TheRight Placefor You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in ourBasic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Stay connected with usonLinkedIn We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.