We are a company for everyone, built by everyone. With a strong and inclusive foundation, MC keeps people at the centre of everything we do, making life simpler for our customers, employees and members of the communities in which we operate. We create value through everyone's contribution, innovate at every step and lead with a hands-on approach, paying attention to each person's strengths and needs. We have different backgrounds and different ideas, but we share the desire to grow and become the best versions of ourselves. Everything we achieve, we achieve together. And there is nothing more inspiring than that.

We are looking for a PRODUCTION LINE LEADER (M/F) to join our SOHI team in Santarém, and we believe we will be #betterwithyou.

SOHI is the result of a joint venture between MC and Hilton Foods. It has been operating in Santarém since 2002, supplying pre-packaged fresh meat. With a team of more than 650 employees, we ensure daily deliveries to our stores. Committed to safety, well-being, quality, sustainability and continuous improvement, SOHI processes high-quality beef, pork and lamb into pre-packaged products.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Team Management: You will be responsible for supervising the production line and ensuring that the equipment operates efficiently. Your leadership skills will be essential in creating a positive working environment where everyone feels motivated to achieve shared goals.
• Training: You will be responsible for providing ongoing training to the team, ensuring that all employees are well prepared for their roles. Training will cover not only technical aspects of operations but also safety and quality best practices.
• Daily KPI Monitoring: You will be responsible for ensuring that daily production targets are met and that all established production line KPIs are achieved.
• Continuous Improvement: Your contribution to the continuous improvement of processes within your area of responsibility will be valued. You will be encouraged to identify areas for optimisation and propose innovative solutions.
• Compliance with Procedures: You will ensure that all operations strictly comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), Food Safety and Sustainability procedures. You will play an active role in promoting a safety culture within the team.

What you should bring:

• Qualifications: Completion of secondary education (12th grade). Technical training that enables you to perform your duties efficiently will be considered an advantage.
• IT Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems. These tools are essential for preparing reports, analysing data and communicating internally.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: You must be able to communicate effectively with the team and other departments, fostering a collaborative working environment. Negotiation and conflict-resolution skills will be an advantage.
• English Language Skills: A level of English that allows effective communication, as you will need to interact with suppliers and other departments.
• Team Management Skills: Experience in leading and motivating teams is essential. Your ability to inspire confidence and coordinate everyone's efforts towards common goals will be vital to the team's performance.
• Dynamism and Resilience: The ability to adapt quickly to new situations and challenges is essential. We are looking for someone who approaches difficulties with a positive and proactive attitude.
• Availability: You must be available to work from 4:00 PM to 1:00 AM.

What you can expect:

• A collaborative working environment – We value teamwork and the sharing of ideas.
• An inclusive workplace where everyone feels comfortable expressing their opinions and making suggestions.
• A dynamic team – By joining us, you will become part of a motivated and diverse team in which every employee brings unique skills.
• A culture of innovation and continuous training that enables us to tackle challenges creatively.
• Autonomy and proactivity – We value independent thinking and initiative, supporting one another in pursuit of collective success and creating an inspiring and rewarding working environment.

What we offer:

• DÁ Meal Card.
• Telecommunications plan, including voice, data and a device, for permanent employees.
• Internal Mobility Programmes to support talent development and career progression.
• Health and Life Insurance for permanent employees, with the option to extend health insurance coverage to family members under favourable conditions.
• Onboarding and Initial Training Plan, Continuous Training Platform and Financial Literacy Programme.
• School Achievement Awards and Merit Scholarships for employees' children, covering mainstream and inclusive education, as well as Holiday Programmes during school breaks.
• Newborn Gift Kit for employees expecting a baby.
• Flu vaccination, including administration (voluntary participation).
• Somos Sonae Programme, providing employees with psychosocial, financial and legal support.
• Mental Health Promotion Programmes and Nutrition Consultations.
• Discount Programmes and Partnerships with more than 300 leading brands.
• Additional days off.
• Competitive salary.

If this is the opportunity you are looking for, submit your application and become part of our team!

#BETTERTOGETHER #BETTERWITHYOU

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