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Operations Manager (Sr)

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: The Senior Operations Manager manages daily production operations to meet Safety, Quality, Service and Cost objectives for a small plant or a section of a larger plant through continuous improvement strategies. Ensures supply chain execution in the provision of finished goods. Establishes and/or executes operating policies and procedures to achieve EHS standards, compliance, production schedules, product Quality Standards, customer expectations/satisfaction and operational cost targets. 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: Implement lean manufacturing practices to deliver high standards of operational excellence. Ensure manufacturing data and metrics are accurately developed, collected, analyzed, and reported to drive continuous improvement and data-driven decision making. Develop processes, strategies, and budgets to meet assigned goals, especially those related to productivity, product specification, quality standards, on time delivery, lead time, scrap reduction, and safety. Apply a variety of field related concepts, best practices, and procedures in leading state-of-the-art, LEAN operational initiatives and strategies. Lead, direct, and oversee all aspects of manufacturing operations and infrastructure for assigned facility. Ensure the safety of staff, visitors, equipment, and facility in accordance with the North American Manufacturing Safety Program. Initiate prompt corrective action when necessary to bring manufacturing performance in line with plans and governing standards. Plan, direct, control, implement, evaluate, monitor, and forecast budgets and cost of sales to achieve financial objectives. Ensure continued financial viability through sound fiscal management, preventative service maintenance and capital expenditure planning. Oversee, either directly or indirectly, investigations of labor, cost and process variances and deviations. Participate in annual budget preparation and manage results to the budget. Collaborate with senior leadership, operational leaders/peers, and management teams to refine and implement the lean transformation strategic plan. Drive operational growth through current and future products with an emphasis on streamlining operations and driving productivity. Operate collaboratively and cross-functionally to establish and drive working capital improvement programs, optimize planning and scheduling, reduce work-in-process levels, and improve overall inventory turns. Continuously address and resolve manufacturing constraints to achieve 100% on-time delivery. Leads the manufacturing team to excellent performance through a structured lean manufacturing system (MS-168) with the use of Operational Excellence tools. Ensure the execution of Lean concepts including but not limited to Kaizen, 5S, value stream mapping, GEMBA walks, poke yoke, KPIs, business statistics etc. Approve and direct the implementation and maintenance of operating policies. Establish quantitative and qualitative metrics, guidelines, and standards that are aligned with strategic direction by which the company's efficiency and effectiveness can be evaluated; identify opportunities for improvement. Provide leadership, management, and coaching to ensure a well-trained, motivated, and goal-oriented workforce driven to attain objectives and satisfactory performance in accordance with established policies and programs. Coach and develop staff in personal accountability, root cause corrective action, interpersonal communications, and company procedures and policies. Provide effective, inspiring, and motivating leadership by being actively involved and developing a broad and deep knowledge of strengths, opportunities, customers, products, geographic challenges, workforce, etc. Build a bench to ensure growth and succession. Assess capacity and resources to forecast current and future needs. Clearly define and communicate goals, key objectives, and metrics as well as new directives, policies, or procedures. Project a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community; lead by example. Depending on plant/area size and scope, may perform one or more of the following: purchasing, planning/scheduling, logistics/freight, administrative tasks. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: The educational minimal requirement for the Operations Manager position is an associate's degree or equivalent technical or trade certification with minimum of 10 years of industrial experience in a technical role and minimum of 4 years supervisory or "Lead" role experience. Bachelor's degree from 4 or 5 year accredited college or university in engineering, operations, business, or closely related discipline is preferred. Master's degree in business administration, manufacturing or engineering a plus. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: A minimum of 4 years' supervisory or "Lead" role experience in an industrial environment. Experience in cost reduction, Lean manufacturing principles or other continuous improvement methodologies, design for manufacturability, project management and team building. Experience in budgeting, fiscal management, and strategic planning/execution. Extensive and diversified background in fabrication and/or chemical manufacturing preferred. Extensive experience with ERP systems and Microsoft productivity tools and Microsoft Office Suite. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: SAP/ERP experience preferred. Green or Black Belt certification and/or Lean Manufacturing Certification preferred. OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to leverage Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, PowerPoint) and SAP applications to daily job responsibilities. Proficiency in work-flow processes, value stream efficiency, and systems-thinking. Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of lean principles and continuous improvement tools with a thorough understanding of the DMAIC methodology. Strong analytical skills and ability to form opinions based on data aggregation. Ability to analyze complex requirements, identify key phases and workstreams, evaluate improvements and drive them to closure. Well organized, clear, rational, and analytical approach to creative problem solving, pragmatic solutions, and forward-looking planning. Exceptional verbal and written communication, listening and interpersonal skills to work with different management levels. Goal-oriented with proven record of self-motivation, achievement, and continuous improvement. Strong people management, development and team building skills. Ability to hold staff accountable and set appropriate targets. Superior diplomacy skill with the ability to build consensus/agreement and work across departmental boundaries to solve problems and accomplish organizational goals; willingness to look for/explore new solutions or methods. Rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Track record of effectively leading an organization with a complex array of operations and leveraging strengths across areas. Excellent project management skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, and lift up to 50 lbs. BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: The salary range for applicants in this position is based on employee qualifications, business 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...

Senior Internal Auditor

JOB DESCRIPTION Purpose of Position RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) owns subsidiaries that manufacture, market, and sell various specialty chemical product lines, including high-quality specialty paints, infrastructure rehab and repair products, protective coatings, roofing systems, sealants, and adhesives, focusing on the maintenance and improvement needs of the industrial, specialty and consumer markets. Our family of products includes those marketed under brand names such as API, Carboline, CAVE, DAP, Day-Glo, Dri-Eaz, Dryvit, Euclid, EUCO, Fibergrate, Fibregrid, Fibrecrete, Flecto, Flowcrete, Gator, Grupo PV, Hummervoll, illbruck, Kemtile, Key Resin, Nudura, Mohawk, Prime Resins, Rust-Oleum, Specialty Polymer Coatings, Stonhard, Strathmore, TCI, Toxement, Tremco, Tuf-Strand, Universal Sealants, Viapol, Watco and Zinsser. As of May 31, 2024, our subsidiaries marketed products in approximately 159 countries and territories and operated manufacturing facilities in approximately 119 locations. Approximately 30% of our sales are generated in international markets through a combination of exports to and direct sales in foreign countries. For the fiscal year ended May 31, 2024, we recorded net sales of $7.3 billion. This position is responsible for the execution of financial and internal control audits for RPM International. These audit activities include internal control audits at the majority of the Company's large subsidiaries in support of Management's Assessment of Internal Control over Financial Reporting as well as specific scope financial statement audits at certain of the Company's smaller worldwide locations. In addition, RPM's Internal Audit Department may work on various other projects on an ad hoc basis. The Senior Internal Auditor reports directly to the Manager, Internal Audit during the execution of the procedures described above. This role is expected to travel approximately 20-30% of the year. Essential Functions Evaluate the design and perform operating testing over higher risk key internal controls. Prepare summaries of the audit procedures performed and the results achieved at the conclusion of each audit. Assist in developing recommendations for remedial action to improve operations within an agreed upon implementation schedule. Conduct follow-up discussion and tests to ascertain whether agreed upon corrective measures have been implemented. Perform higher risk specific scope financial statement audit procedures in accordance with Internal Audit's standard audit program. Prepare summaries of the audit procedures performed and the results achieved at the conclusion of each audit. Assist in developing recommendations for remedial action to improve operations within an agreed upon implementation schedule. Conduct follow-up discussions and tests to ascertain whether agreed upon corrective measures have been implemented. Respond to internal requests for support or assistance in a prompt and professional manner. Provide assistance to the Company' external auditors. Keep abreast of laws, rules and regulations issued by applicable regulatory agencies with which the Company must comply. Maintain personal and professional competency through appropriate participation in professional organizations and attendance at relevant internal and external training opportunities. Relationship and Contacts Internal Contacts: Staff Internal Auditors, Senior Internal Auditors, and Managers, Internal Audit - On a daily basis, the Senior Internal Auditor is expected to interact in small project teams by assisting Staff Internal Auditors and Interns with the completion of their work, and working under the supervision of the Managers, Internal Audit. Senior Director of Internal Audit - On a frequent basis, the Senior Internal Auditor will participate in meetings with the Senior Director to discuss internal audit objectives, audit procedures and audit results. VP Internal Audit & Chief Audit Executive - On a periodic basis, the Senior Internal Auditor will meet with the Chief Audit Executive to discuss internal audit objectives, audit procedures and audit results. RPM Corporate Officers - The Senior Internal Auditor may be asked to participate in meetings with RPM Corporate Officers including the Chief Financial, Accounting and/or Compliance Officers to provide an executive level summary of the activities of the Internal Audit Department. Corporate Finance Department - Internal Audit is responsible for auditing the activities of the Corporate Finance Department, most important of which is the preparation of the Company's external financial statements. In addition, the Corporate Finance Department will communicate any areas of risk at the operating company level to Internal Audit for review and follow-up. Financial Management at Operating Groups and Operating Companies - Though the degree will vary with every audit, this position will have contact with employees in the worldwide finance function, including Segment-level Chief Financial Officers and Controllers. External Contacts: Periodic contact with the Company's external auditors (Deloitte) who rely significantly on the work performed by Internal Audit. Education/License/Certification/Experience Requirements 3 to 5 years of experience is preferred. Completion of a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in accounting is preferred. Completion of a Bachelor's in accounting, finance or a related field is required. Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor, including the active pursuit of these certifications is preferred. Knowledge and Skills Required for Position Strong oral and written communication skills. Positive attitude & willingness to work and travel in small teams. Ability to communicate, learn, and be self-sufficient. Ability to understand and follow directions. Business office skills - ability to use a laptop computer including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; required. Experience with AuditBoard audit software, preferred. Benefits and Compensation The employee will be eligible to participate in all applicable corporate benefit programs which include a defined benefit pension plan, a company-matched 401(k), medical and dental plans, group life and disability plans, and employee assistance program. The employee will also be eligible for paid vacation, PTO, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement. Employee will be eligible for annual merit increases and bonus. Hybrid work schedule available at Brunswick Hills, Ohio office.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...