Manager (Continuous Improvement)
Tremco Construction Products Group

JOB DESCRIPTION

Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

Act as the subject matter expert for Tremco North American manufacturing facilities to continuously improve production efficiency and operational excellence (MS168). Develop, execute, implement, promote, monitor, measure, and improve consistent continuous improvement practices.

TREMCO'S EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL LEADERS:

• Embodies the company's core values of transparency, trust, and respect by demonstrating integrity, commitment, responsible entrepreneurship, and moral courage.
• Applies the company's policies and adheres to processes to ensure compliance and organizational best practices.
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all areas of responsibility such as hiring and promotion decisions.
• Effectively and efficiently onboards new employees.
• Conducts annual performance evaluations and provides ongoing performance feedback, maintaining clear and timely documentation.
• Coaches and manages employees using the company's philosophy and tools to ensure talent is developed and retained. Constructs succession plans to ensure sustainability and continuity of area of responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Models operational excellence, visibly demonstrating leadership/change management behaviors.
• Engages the leadership team in developing continuous improvement strategy, establishing timelines, identifying results, as week as setting and achieving goals utilizing Lean initiatives which includes working with key leadership both functionally and strategically to drive overall improvements in specific areas.
• Incorporates Six Sigma methodology and analytics into organizational operations to accomplish business objectives.
• Leads the implementation of Lean programs from inception to completion including but not limited to organizing, planning, coordinating, facilitating, reviewing and communicating status of projects managed and cost reductions recognized. Provides input and feedback about process improvement opportunities.
• Analyzes current production processes and procedures, conducts environmental scans, defines current state gaps, and develops plans/countermeasures to deploy continuous improvement strategies.
• Plans and develops guidelines, targets, standards, and metrics for monitoring and measuring results to ensure desired results and drive accountability throughout the organization.
• Monitors activity of continuous improvement teams and team champions; alerts management of additional support needed to achieve desired results.
• Oversees the development of new testing tools and measurement methods and systems to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Develops MS168 leaders and systems to positively impact operational efficiencies including but not limited to creating and administering monitoring systems and reviews, aligning assessments to human systems capabilities, etc.
• Coaches and develops champions at manufacturing locations to foster a continuous improvement mindset.
• Facilitates and leads the continuous improvement process by identifying training needs and providing education and mentoring in problem solving methodology, Kaizen, 5S, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, etc.
• Provides training, tools, and logistical assistance for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Evaluates the performance or ability of employees to understand and apply lean principles.
• Collaborates with Environmental, Health and Safety resources to ensure continuity and support for related objectives.
• Maintains current knowledge of lean performance principles and practices and keeps the organization informed.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in manufacturing, operations, engineering or another related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• 5 years related experience in manufacturing, process management, continuous improvement, analytics, project management, etc.
• Experience with Value Stream Mapping, facilitating Kaizen events, implementing lean tools and processes such as: continuous flow, set up reduction, pull systems, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and 5S practices.
• Experience developing and delivering employee training programs.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Accredited Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, preferably Black Belt

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Full working knowledge of Lean Concepts and TQM process evaluation techniques with demonstrated success in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with related technology systems i.e. SAP, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to change behavior, build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives, overcome resistance, inspire and motivate others to perform well and effectively influence the actions and opinions of others through effective coaching and leadership
• Understands business implications of decisions, displays orientation to profitability, aligns work with strategic goals, and develops and implements cost saving measures.
• Ability to achieve results through other people and departments.
• Strong presentation and communication skills (listening, verbal and written)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 25 lbs.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:

The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $111,997 and $139,996. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.

The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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