Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide product range including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, the famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.

The primary result expected from the Continuous Improvement Manager is to develop and implement the continuous improvement/lean vision for the organization by coaching, mentoring, and leading teams to establish a culture of continuous improvement across the organization; ensuring adherence to the principles of lean manufacturing, and planning & facilitating strategic plans across multiple plant locations.

TASKS PROFILE:

Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:
§ Plan and implement lean manufacturing strategies to achieve over arching global business strategy.

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Lead/coordinate lean manufacturing events/activities (i.e., kaizen/continuous improvement, value stream mapping, statistical problem solving, etc.) as required, including the planning of events and resources, training and leading teams, achieving event objectives, and documenting performance.

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Provide leadership in continuous improvement efforts to improve reliability, ease of use & maintenance, minimize changeover times, and to eradicate production losses.

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Coach & mentor operations’ team, including staff, supervisors, and crew leads on continuous improvement methods & processes to establish a culture where tools and methods are utilized in a standard way to deliver improvements.

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Develop lean leadership within local operations’ team to enable them to lead and execute their own lean activities within the plant according to the business strategy.

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Transition ownership of completed projects to the local operations’ team, and support sustaining activities to ensure results are maintained.

§ Maintain positive work relationships with members of other teams to communicate effectively, and to ensure compliance with cross-team responsibilities.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

§ Communicate with Supervisors, peers, or subordinates: provide information to supervisors and co-workers in written form or in person.

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§ Maintain a good record of attendance and punctuality.

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§ Learn all manual tasks performed within the department.

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§ Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures, and following department specific quality control processes and procedures.

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§ Treat people with dignity and respect.

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§ Conduct all business with integrity.

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§ Adhere to Rust-Oleum Corporation Quality principles and participate in all departmental and company-wide Quality activities.

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§ Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Industrial & Manufacturing Engineers: 3 years (Preferred)
• Continuous improvement: 4 years (Required)
• Coaching & Mentoring: 2 years (Preferred)
• Industrial Mechanics: 2 years (Preferred)
• Kaizen: 2 years (Preferred)
• Lean manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
• Lean management: 3 years (Preferred)