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Line Leader, Manufacturing

Mondelez International · Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 26, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Walk me through a time you led a line team through an autonomous maintenance step change, like moving from AM step 3 to step 4. What broke down and how did you fix it?

whether the candidate has real hands-on AM/PM implementation experience versus just familiarity with the terminology

Tell me about a shift where you had a safety incident or near miss on your line. What did you do in the moment and what did you change afterward?

how the candidate prioritizes safety under pressure and whether they follow through on root cause fixes rather than just paperwork

Tell me about a time you had to hold the line on a quality or food safety standard even though it slowed down production or upset people on your team.

whether compliance is non-negotiable for them or something they'll bend under production pressure

Describe a time you had a direct conflict with an operator or another line leader on your team. How did you handle it and what was the outcome?

ability to handle challenging interpersonal situations tactfully, which the posting calls out specifically

Tell me about a continuous improvement idea you pushed through that met resistance from your own team. How did you get buy-in?

whether they can drive a zero-loss mindset and CI culture from the ground up, not just report on it

Tell me about someone on your team you developed into a stronger performer. What did you actually do to get them there?

genuine investment in talent development versus a generic answer about being supportive

Technical

How would you explain SQCDSM to a new line operator who has never heard the term?

whether the candidate actually understands the framework well enough to teach it, not just recite the acronym

What's the difference between breakdown maintenance and planned maintenance, and how do you decide when a piece of equipment needs to move from one to the other?

real working knowledge of TPM concepts versus buzzword familiarity

How do you cascade a plant-wide operational target down to your individual line so people understand what it means for their shift?

ability to translate strategy into daily floor-level communication, a core part of the role

Situational

Say your line is hitting cost and volume targets but morale on the floor is clearly dropping. What do you do first?

whether they treat engagement as a real lever or only pay attention to it after it becomes a crisis

You're running a union shop and a change you need to make to the AM/PM schedule is going to be unpopular with the union. How do you approach that conversation?

skill at influencing without formal authority inside a union environment, a named requirement in the posting

If you inherited a line where basic equipment conditions weren't being maintained and defects were piling up, where would you start in the first thirty days?

whether they have a practical, sequenced approach to restoring basic conditions rather than jumping to advanced tools

A key piece of equipment goes down mid-shift and you're behind on volume for the day. Walk me through how you'd manage the floor in that hour.

composure and decision-making under real-time production pressure

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The full job description

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Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? You will lead the production operations in the Plant and delivering key performance targets (SQCDSM) in safety, quality, productivity, volumes, cost, sustainability, organizational morale.  You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is implemented and is fully effective and you will strive to build a high performing organization. How you will contribute You will: • Manages change/ transformation change/ transformation amongst the Operating teams in the implementation of IL6S-Integrated Lean 6 sigma phase journey, FoF-Factory of Future Line centric organization & roles (AM-Autonomous Maintenance, PM-Progressive Maintenance and an integrated 6 star model within operating Line teams) to progress into Self sufficient teams. Role models Values and principles through effective coaching, mentoring and development of the team. • 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.  coach Line Leaders, cascade & communicate the plans and targets to employees to ensure alignment and understanding around priorities, focus and KPI’s. • Lead and be Accountable to establish a strong Governance to Review, Control Operational performance and Continuous Improvement plan and embed a zero loss mindset  to constantly improve and deliver against best in class both internally and externally. Drive the Operating team to identify and manage improvements to technology, culture, capability and operating systems to deliver a best practice and reliable operation. • Support all Manufacturing standards, Governance, Compliance requirements (e.g. Corporate Quality, Food safety & GMP, Health, Safety, Security, Environment, Sustainability, Code of conduct, Policies & principles, Operational standards, Local legal requirements, Internal Audit norms, & other procedures updated from time to time) are in place, understood by all, and is regularly reviewed and monitored for effective implementation. • Lead and be Accountable for Talent, Capabilities & Engagement for the Manufacturing team - identify and implement critical levers to attract, retain & develop critical talent and builds capability at all levels, technical and behavioral, to build a sustainable workforce profile for the future. Partner effectively with all multi-functional peers internally & externally (outside the plant) to achieve objectives, goals and KPI’s. More about this role A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in: • Autonomous maintenance (AM) Step 4 systems and progressive maintenance (PM) Step 3 systems • Maintaining equipment at basic conditions independently, including the execution of AM & PM (break-down maintenance, planned maintenance) standards on dedicated equipment • Total productive maintenance and Six Sigma including qualification of AM steps 5-6, and PM step 3 • Leading line teams • Handling challenging interpersonal situations tactfully • Influencing people in a union environment • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and a good attention to detail This position is 100% on-site in our Chicago Bakery, 7300 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago IL 60629. Salary and Benefits: The base salary range for this position is $97,300 to $133,815; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company. Business Unit Summary The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and  Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.   Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance. For more information about your Federal rights, please see  eeopost.pdf ; EEO is the Law Poster Supplement ; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision ; Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Job Type Regular Manufacturing core Manufacturing

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