Team Lead- Finishing Operations

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.

Team Lead
- Finishing Operations

Travel required?:
No Travel

Posting

Start Date:

16/12/2025

On-site

Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country

Job Number#170945 - Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, India

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.

This Job is posted for pooling purpose only. If and when there is a job opening, the Company will contact only those individuals who have submitted resumes that match the skills, experience, and other requirements of the job opening. These candidates will receive an invitation link to apply to the specific job and must apply again in order to be considered for it.

The Team Leader in the Finishing department is tasked with overseeing production operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards, and managing teams effectively in a shift-based work environment. The role requires a proactive leader with hands‑on expertise in operating and managing fi

• Safety and Compliance:
  Uphold stringent safety protocols to foster a secure working environment. Organise training on safety best practices and perform regular compliance checks.
• Quality Assurance:
  Implement and uphold rigorous quality control standards, conducting audits as necessary. Drive initiatives to enhance quality through 5S and TPM methodologies.
• Operational Oversight:
  Manage and supervise finishing operations focused on efficiency and productivity. Operate filling machines, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Shift Management:
  Lead rotational shift teams, ensuring smooth handover and meeting of production targets. Conduct shift briefings to align team objectives and reinforce operational goals.
• Leadership and Development:
  Mentor team members, fostering skills development and career progression. Deliver performance reviews and constructive feedback to enhance team dynamics.
• Maintenance and Continuous Improvement:
  Actively engage in Preventive Maintenance (PM), Autonomous Maintenance (AM), and Continuous Improvement (CI) activities. Implement FP&R strategies to enhance machine reliability and operational efficiency.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Demonstrate expertise in setting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining filling machines. Ensure machinery is operated at peak…