JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL SUMMARY:Addressing technical, formulation and application issues within current color laboratory. Monitor formulations for accuracy, correct entry and insure correct QC, fill-off and manufacturing parameters are recorded. Approve color samples for individual color laboratory personnel and maintain scheduling of color projects. Provide technical support for manufacturing, QA/QC, sales and response to customer inquiries.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Work with current personnel to monitor and improve formulation quality Communicate as needed with sales personnel and customers Manage color lab personnel on day-to-day basis Identify and implement new color matching techniques and practices in color lab and in manufacturing environment Influence total sales and profit of the organization through improved communication, product quality and color lab throughput Stop and and/or hold any color laboratory or manufacturing color batch or process for quality or customer issues Monitor customer complaints and identify procedures needing improvement Insure consistent color lab sample and formulation quality Work effectively with team leaders to improve confidence with customers and sales teams Understand and monitor procedures used in color lab and manufacturing Monitor color project throughout Develop standard operating procedures for color project development and clearly identify project flow Monitor project turns as a whole and per individual and right first time percentage for entire group and individual Manage and maintain physical appearance of Color Laboratory to meet visual expectations QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Experience and Education Required
Minimum 5 years' experience in coatings development and/or experience with a make to order coatings manufacturer with emphasis on wood coatings. Minimum 2 years of technical management experience
Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Must be self-motivated Endorse and practice teamwork concept Competent math skills Use knowledge to serve as a resource for co-workers Good communication skills, both written and verbal Capable of managing multiple task and prioritizing work Excel in the development of knowledge and skills of Laboratory Personnel Accept responsibility for department's equipment and workstations including maintenance and cleanliness Acceptable score on Munsel Color Test (no greater than 30) Good supervisory skills Must support Technical Director and Director, styling and Color Development to maintain proper culture promoting good work ethics, competency, teamwork, and service to other departments
Reasoning Ability
Determine correct processes regarding defined laboratory procedures Work without continuous supervision while completing assigned projects. Make responsible decisions based on length of experience, knowledge and input from the Laboratory Staff.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: None required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual will be required to sit, stand, walk, reach, handle, talk, and hear within any given workday. The individual may on occasion be required to lift and carry up to approximately 50 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Normal laboratory work environment with moderate exposure to solvent odors. Appropriate personal protective equipment is provided to enable proper health and safety precautions at all times. HMIS and MSDS guidelines must be followed when working with raw materials and coatings to assure safety.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI):
Quality Productivity-Monitor project turns per department and individual Teamwork Supervision of lab staff Communication Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Litigation Solicitor to join a growing team in central Leeds. The firm is a major international commercial player and has all of the infrastructure and impressive client roster associated with that profile, however the team locally is in its early growth stages under the leadership of recently recruited Partners who are taking it from strength to strength. You will have the benefit of working closely with and learning from these experts.
If you are looking to be exposed to a broad portfolio of clients, then this commercial litigation opportunity with this award-winning firm should stand out. This role is a result of expansion and is the next step in our client’s ambition to grow and develop the commercial litigation department in Leeds.
The Role
- In this role you will work on a wide variety of commercial litigation matters (including procurement related disputes) and will be exposed to both national and international clients as well as some regional matters.
- You will be exposed to a full mix of matters and the team is currently working on heavyweight disputes within the High Court, arbitration, complex contractual disputes, shareholder claims, fraud, and asset recovery to name just a few.
- You will run your own caseload of complex and high value disputes. In addition, you will also support the team with their high-profile, heavyweight matters mentioned above.
The Person
- Our client is seeking applications from Commercial Litigation Solicitors with 1+ years post qualification experience (given as a guide) to handle a wide range of general commercial litigation and procurement disputes (an interesting and niche area to work in as part of a wider caseload, which will see you working with some major public sector bodies such as the NHS).
- Our client works closely not just as a team within the Leeds office but also with colleagues in Newcastle and other offices throughout the country. You must be confident working with colleagues remotely and have a real team ethos and mentality.
If you would like to apply for this Commercial Litigation Solicitor role or would like to hear more about it, please contact Sophie Linley at Sacco Mann or ask to speak to another member of the Private Practice team. Alternatively, if you know of anyone who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referrals. For full terms please see our website.....Read more...
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: This Senior Continuous Improvement Leader will drive and execute continuous improvement efforts at the manufacturing plant level across multiple facilities in the organization by collaborating with plant personnel to promote, improve and maintain our operational excellence systems (ex: MS168) in alignment with corporate strategy and site-specific goals. The Senior Continuous Improvement Leader will be required to leverage available data, Six Sigma projects, and other lean tools to deliver effective initiatives across the organization to positively impact the business.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with the manufacturing sites as well as corporate functions/departments to determine where the most significant areas of improvement exist and develop projects from those opportunities. Develop, prioritize, and execute continuous improvement initiatives aligned with the organization's goals and plant objectives. Assess, monitor, maintain, and enhance business performance by analyzing current practices, developing business process improvements (ex.: removing waste, reducing cost, etc.), implementing changes in workflows, structures, and teams to ensure continuous company performance. Plan, facilitate, and execute continuous improvement events using Lean Six Sigma tools, provide support for plant level initiatives, and participate in Kaizen events on the production floor in support of Tremco's MS168 philosophies. Provide support to the production staff to ensure that implemented lean principles are understood and implement change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of process improvements. Lead cross functional work teams focused on identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to provide sustainable improvements that meet/exceed expectations. Conduct semi-annual audits. Read, research, interpret, and analyze data on current processes, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Leverage knowledge of tiered governance systems, Kaizen, 5S, visual management and SMED to assist sites in improving efficiencies by evaluating process and practice from various perspectives. Influence and motivate others to attend to, participate in and own local continuous improvement efforts and initiatives. Lead cross-functional improvement projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet predefined objectives. Develop, monitor, and communicate project plans, timelines, and budgets with key stakeholders. Provide supportive project management expertise including MPST and monthly savings tracking, key performance indicators, and reporting. Teach, lead, and coach cross-functional teams on Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies. Use data analytics such as statistical process control, process capability analysis, and correlation to make data driven decisions while demonstrating quantitative improvement/impact. Prepare, review, and analyze operational data, reports, and metrics to generate insights, identify trends, isolate bottlenecks, and make informed decisions. Build a culture of continuous improvement by promoting awareness and buy-in at all levels of the organization. Develop and maintain comprehensive performance dashboards and reports. Stay current with industry best practices, emerging trends, and technologies related to continuous improvement and benchmark against industry peers and incorporate best practices into the organization.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Bachelor's /University degree, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment Preferred experience in chemical manufacturing and/or batch manufacturing operations. Previous experience utilizing Data, Statistical Analysis, Six Sigma, and/or Lean Methodologies Five years' experience in process optimization, operations, or business management. Experience developing employee training programs
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Preferred Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification
OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
This is a hands-on position that requires you to be on-site at our various manufacturing plants. Travel to other plants is required. A strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to think dynamically to solve problems. A keen eye for identifying strategic opportunities in processes and organizational structures. Proficiency with process evaluation techniques, data analysis, and visualization tools. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, including advanced skills with Excel. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, from operators up to plant management. Effective communication, interpersonal, presentation, facilitation, and training skills, with the ability to influence, motivate, and inspire change. Passionate about safety, quality, and productivity with the ability to perform root cause analysis. Demonstrated ability to work in high paced and changing environments. Ability to roll-up sleeves and lead by example at both strategic and tactical levels. Experience with Power Automate, Power Query, PowerBI, and Forms is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 lbs.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:
The hourly rate/salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $87,991 and $109,989 plus 15% bonus opportunity. 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.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
