Operations Manager/Value Stream Leader - Sealed Air Corporation : Job Details

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance - a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value for our stakeholders. In 2023, Sealed Air generated $5.5 billion in revenue in 2023 and had approximately 17,000 employees operating out of 46 countries/territories and distributing products in 115 countries/territories around the world. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Regional Plant Manager, the Value Stream Leader (VSL) will develop and drive the manufacturing processes through continuous improvement delivering and sustaining profitable growth. The position's fundamental task will be to oversee production, develop strategy, and provide functional direction to supervisors, team leads and coordinators. A strong engineering background is required to ensure success in this position.

Responsibilities

* Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and the strategic goals of the Company and business units.

* Collaborates with colleagues to achieve zero harm safety and environmental performance objectives for the department.

* Collaborates with the SC Business Director and sets short- and long-term production goals for the site.

* Directs and manages the overall production plan for the operation.

* Collaborates with functional area managers on the determination of materials, space, equipment, and personnel needs as well as the development and implementation of processes, procedures, assignment and execution of functional responsibilities, and determination of budget and costs constraints.

* Communicates the Company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for site.

* Evaluates performance against production goals and adjusts allocations of resources (e.g., personnel, equipment, materials) as needed to optimize flawless quality and amount of equipment, machinery and components produced, market share of customers, quality of services provided, and cost-efficiency of operations.

* Reviews and analyzes reports of key business performance data, collaborates with management team on operations, and maintains knowledge of current market trends and best practices for region and industry.

* Engages the team in supervising day-to-day operations.

* Provides strategic guidance and resources to troubleshoot highly complex issues related to departmental operations and customer service to facilitate delivery and service that is on time all the time.

* Initiates engineering projects and new product launches.

* Leads Lean improvement projects and acts as the liaison between Lean improvement personnel and their respective groups.

* Develops and leads the implementation of operational initiatives in support of Lean Six-Sigma manufacturing and 6S (e.g., department utilization improvement, process capability enhancement, customer satisfaction, employee involvement).

* Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency.

* Sets and communicates standards, deploys resources, and achieves clear and measurable performance expectations for the operation.

* Provides plant leadership and direction to attain a defined culture, unsurpassed integrity with total accountability.

* Engages team in conflict resolution and motivates the team to produce exceptional work.

* Is a visionary on next steps for plant to attain the next level of performance with the communication skills to promote it.

* Ability to coach and provide an example for those preparing for next level of responsibility.

Qualifications

Education

* Bachelor's degree, required; Technical and/or Engineering required

* 5-10 years manufacturing experience

* 5 years production management experience

* Green Belt Certification, preferred

Other Requirements

* Ability to work both independently and within a team, generating results with general/minimal guidance from management.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills.

* Demonstrated ability to effectively apply MS Excel and other analysis tools to real-world problem-solving.

* Must be flexible, innovative, and comfortable in setting own priorities.

* Polished presentation, business acumen, and facilitation skills.

* Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles.

* Experience with high volume operations.

* Strong organization and planning skills.

* Change Agent experience.

Other Requirements

* Minimum 3-5 years in a manufacturing environment

* Skilled demonstration of computer software (SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

* Minimum 1-2 years of proven leadership experience

* Positive work history with an ability to manage multiple tasks

* Ability to work both independently and within a team, generating results with minimal guidance

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Ability to maintain a professional appearance and attitude

* Able to work a flexible work schedule based upon project demands and business needs

Requisition id: 48858

Relocation: No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

* Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver's License or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at [email protected].

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WHY WORK AT SEALED AIR?

It is our responsibility to leverage what we have to affect positive and meaningful change for our communities and planet using Sealed Air's global resources and expertise.

Corporate sustainability. It's about improving the lives of people around the world by addressing pressing needs in the communities where we and our customers operate.

Customer Success. Meeting our customers' needs. At Sealed Air it's more than a goal, it's an integral part of our business practices, our innovative solutions, and our values.

Leaving our communities better than we found them through dedication of time, talent and resources.

Nearest Major Market: York PA

Nearest Secondary Market: Lancaster

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