Operations Team Leader (TEMPORAL)

Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate‑Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate‑Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate‑Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.

Job Title: Operations Team Leader (TEMPORAL)

Travel Required? No Travel

Posting Start Date: 3/19/26

On‑site

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#172093 - San Jose Iturbide, Guanajuato, Mexico

Who We Are

Colgate‑Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate‑Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

Role Summary

The Operations Team Lead is responsible for ensuring the daily production schedule is met while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and financial performance within their assigned area. This role drives operational excellence through the implementation of EOHS, Quality, and FP&R (Factory Performance & Reliability) initiatives. The OTL achieves success by fostering a collaborative partnership across the Supply Chain, leveraging organizational agility to synchronize the toothpaste manufacturing process with customer demands and optimizing labor efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a shift team (including unionized personnel) to ensure the daily production plan is executed efficiently, including product release and labor optimization.
• Guarantee a safe working environment by enforcing Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), HazCom, and Minimum Safety Requirements (MSB), while actively participating in incident investigations and emergency response plans.
• Ensure strict adherence to GMP, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Good Documentation Practices; manage non-conformities, Change Management (MOC), and effectively complete CAPAs.
• Drive continuous improvement using data analytics (OPERA, Tableau) to identify losses, facilitate shift handover meetings, and ensure the 5S and Visual Workplace (VW) standards are consistently maintained.
• Partner with the maintenance team to ensure the execution of planned maintenance schedules and provide support to resolve equipment issues promptly.
• Implement standard work procedures and drive the "FEED" supply chain focus to increase agility and reduce material losses across the production line.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 1–2 years of experience in production supervision, quality analysis, or manufacturing inspection roles.
• Leadership: Proven experience managing teams, specifically working with unionized workforces.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP and Google Workspace tools.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience developing dashboards or using data analytics to drive shop-floor decision-making.
• Deep understanding of the manufacturing process (from Raw Materials to Finished Goods) and Bill of Materials (BOM) structures.
• Proficiency in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methods to eliminate operational barriers.
• Understanding of the master planning process and how it translates into daily plant production schedules.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.