January 2025 Leadership Development Program- Facility Operations- Seattle at Sherwin-Williams

The Sherwin-Williams Performance Coatings Group (PCG) has a network of global facilities supporting our sales efforts of supplying our global industrial customers with outstanding products and services. The Facilities Leadership Development Program (LDP) is a 12-month comprehensive program that will provide participants with classroom (including virtual) instructions, extensive on-the-job training in a PCG Facility, and self-study assignments. The Program is designed to develop key skills and experience that will prepare you for a post program role as an Operations Manager in one of our facilities. Following completion of the program, you will have the opportunity to apply for a post-program promotion as an Operations Manager. Relocation will be required for opportunities post-program.

 

The individual selected for this role will be expected to work at our Seattle facility, located at 9530 10th Ave S Bldg B, Seattle, WA 98108-5062.

 

During the program, you will collaborate with facility management to oversee a multi-million-dollar business, providing leadership and insight into the development and strategy of that facility. Through the course of the program, you will learn all operations, customers, and internal strategy, allowing you to understand the significant part you’ll play in the team’s success. You will grow the company’s market share by servicing large, sophisticated, and complex global manufacturers of wood, metal, or plastic who need coatings for the products they manufacture and sell. The largest segments we service in our global facilities are kitchen cabinets, heavy equipment, transportation, building products, military, and furniture.

 

Job duties include contact with other employees, operating heavy machinery, and access to proprietary information, raw materials, finished merchandise, and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. Additionally, duties will include assisting with daily bank deposits.  The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and vendors.

 

What you will gain:

• General business acumen for managing a profit and loss statement and managing day-to-day operations 
• Basic product and industry knowledge to effectively interact with customers
• Universal people management and leadership skills 
• A broad scope of operation functions such as tinting/blending paint and logistics/warehouse management 

 

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show! 

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.

General

• Complete training consistent with established program
• Develop business acumen for managing a profit and loss statement
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures including safety, loss prevention, and security
• Participate in Continuous Improvement projects
• Maintain outstanding facility conditions in line with 6 Sigma standards
• Support employee training, development, performance management, and corrective action
• Learn Facility Operations and Production Planning
• Assist with daily bank deposits
• Other duties as assigned

 

Product Service Room

• Gain a basic understanding of the Product Service Room
• Operate tinting and mixing equipment and material handling equipment in an efficient and safe manner
• Assist in blending operations
• Assist in blending schedules and production planning efforts

 

Customer Service 

• Learn and understand the Customer Service function
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction 
• Build and maintain knowledge of all products to ensure effective customer recommendations
• Build positive relationships with customers
• Support business strategies to increase sales and optimize profitability
• Respond to and solve any customer complaints
• Partner with Facility Manager/Sales Rep to make outside sales calls to increase market share

 

Logistics

• Gain a basic understanding of inventory and warehouse management
• Assist in placing and following up on purchases from outside vendors per established policy

 

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future
• Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License
• Must have a bachelor’s degree or higher or have at least four (4) years of experience in manufacturing, distribution, sales, customer service or retail operations by the start of this development program
• Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs. on occasion 
• Must be willing to relocate for this position, if required
• Must be willing to relocate, as required, upon completion of the Performance Coatings Group Facilities Leadership Development Program