This position is responsible for leading the manufacturing and packaging process of high-quality finished goods, cycle times, and the improvement of manufacturing efficiencies. This role is responsible for supporting attainment of the operational goals in the production area through the implementation of the company's vision and strategy. This role develops and maintains a safe work environment in compliance with all state and federal laws, maintaining plant manufacturing programs within budget, continuous improvement in the quality of our products, and directing and driving all company continuous improvement efforts in the 5 focus areas of operational excellence including safety, people, service, quality and cost.
The travel for this position will be 5%.
This position is also eligible for bonus and long-term incentive compensation awards based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company’s applicable plans
Job duties include contact with other employees and access to confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.
- Provide direct leadership to production supervisors and/or functional areas supporting manufacturing
- Accountable for production and shipping schedules, maintaining quality, controlling manufacturing costs, and promoting good employee and community relationships
- Develop and execute plant manufacturing budgets
- Analyze and plan for production workforce requirements
- Implement operational policies and procedures
- Ensure effective and safe use of manufacturing equipment
- Monitor quality and productivity to ensure service and cost objectives are met
- Manage employee training, development, performance management, and corrective action
- Continually measure and communicate progress toward Key Performance Indicators ("KPI") goals (Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost)
- Conduct regular communication meetings with workforce to enhance BMS (Business Management System) and Operational Excellence
- Guide teams in effectively utilizing the tools of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing to complete continuous improvement projects
- Participate in Continuous Improvement Projects
- Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
- Must have completed formal training in and/or have at least one (1) year of work experience applying continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma, 5-S, Lean Manufacturing, Transactional Lean, etc.
- Must have a bachelor's degree or higher or have at least four (4) years of work experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility or in an operations environment
- Must have at least three (3) years of experience working in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility or in an operations environment
- Have at least one (1) year of experience in leadership role(s), supervising others, or leading teams
- Have Six Sigma Certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, etc.)
- Have prior work experience using timekeeping and/or production control systems
- Have prior work experience using a safety management system
- Have prior work experience leading or participating in an OSHA VPP Audit or maintaining VPP status
- Have prior work experience managing profit and loss (P&L)
- Have prior work experience in the paint or chemical processing industry
- Have previous work experience in a multi-shift operation
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:
Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
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