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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 recognised 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 programmes 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.
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Job Title:  Area Leader - Making
Travel Required?:  Travel - up to 10% of time
Posting Start Date:  23/06/2026
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Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #174404 - Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising 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.

Brief introduction: 

Are you ready to own and elevate the core making operations at our Sanand plant? As the Area Leader - Making, you will be at the heart of our toothpaste manufacturing process, driving the critical preparation and transfer of gel/cream to the finishing lines. You will have the unique opportunity to lead across three shifts, spearheading continuous improvement, EHS, and new product installations while fostering a high-performing team. The position is based in Sanand.

Responsibilities:

  • Own and manage the entire Making Operations, including equipment loading, planning, maintenance, cleaning & sanitization, and ensuring the exceptional quality of batches produced.

  • Drive continuous improvement and Operational Excellence strategies by managing Capex projects, implementing new technology, and executing new product trials.

  • Coordinate seamlessly across 3 shifts to achieve plant KPIs, standardizing work practices, and effectively resolving labor relations issues.

  • Empower and develop your team, including the Team Leader-Making and Making Associates, through coaching, training, and structured change management.

  • Ensure strict adherence to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), Quality, and Factory Performance & Reliability (FP&R) standards.

Required Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 7-8 years of experience in manufacturing processes.

  • Demonstrated experience in managing production, including handling raw materials, resolving variances, and ensuring adherence to compliance and regulatory norms.

  • Ability to track and analyze data, such as using SAP data and BI Reports, for production reporting, capacity planning, and process improvement.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • A Degree in Engineering (Production, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial) is essential.

  • A Post-graduate degree in Engineering or an MBA in Operations is desirable.

  • Experience in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) or related industries.

  • Strong leadership capabilities, specifically in developing and coaching people, systematically breaking down complex problems, and effective priority setting.

  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills to engage stakeholders at all stages of a project.

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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, colour, 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.

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