Operations Manager

Sherwin-Williams • Homewood, IL

400d • $113,279 - $146,740

About The Position

The Operations Manager at Sherwin-Williams is responsible for leading the manufacturing and packaging processes to ensure high-quality finished goods and improved manufacturing efficiencies. This role supports the attainment of operational goals through the implementation of the company's vision and strategy, while maintaining a safe work environment and driving continuous improvement in quality and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

• 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 five (5) years of experience working in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility or in an operations environment

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement plan
• Generous time away from work package including personal leave, medical leave, vacation, holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree