Plant Technical Manager
Overview:
Benjamin Moore has an opening for a Plant Technical Manager to provide manufacturing technical support at the Pell City site. The Technical Manager reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, will work closely with the production, maintenance, engineering, and product development teams to drive consistent product quality, equipment functionality, and development of new products.
At Benjamin Moore, we empower our team members to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in our communities. We offer a rewarding and inspiring work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of camaraderie.Our culture of excellence and transparency encourages our colleagues to bring their authentic selves and unique perspectives/ideas every day. With 140 years of rich history behind our brand, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success.
We believe in investing in our colleagues by offering work-life balance, competitive/ benefits, ongoing learning/continuing education, and skill development. Through a positive and engaging workplace, we facilitate growth, development, and fulfillment for all.
Join us and be a part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion in support of locally-owned stores around the world.
Success in the role requires:
Adaptability: The ability to be flexible and adaptable in response to changing situations and demands.Problem Solving: The ability to identify and analyze problems and produce effective solutions.
Creativity: The ability to think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to problems.
Teamwork: The ability to work collaboratively with others towards a common goal, taking into account different perspectives and strengths.
Empathy: Genuinely caring for others and being able to understand another person’s situation and perspective.
Cultural competence: The ability to understand and appreciate diverse cultures, perspectives, and ways of thinking.
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Responsibilities:
Provide technical support and advice to personnel related to equipment capabilities and formulation details.
Identify CTQ’s (critical to quality) steps in the paint manufacturing process and along with Quality and Production teams develop systems to better control all CTQ’s to improve consistency of paint production.
Assist product development by applying process knowledge to evaluate new products and equipment requirements. Coordinate scale up process locally for new products/formulas with Product Development Labs/Chemists. Provides input related to processing notes and equipment capabilities to batch recipes and bills of material.
Removes waste and constraints from the production processes to improve efficiency and enhance productivity. Responsible for managing wash, rework, and waste inventories. Identifies and implements inventory reduction efforts. Coordinates the proper segregation and recycling of all production wash and rework with the Quality Manager, capitalizing upon every recycling opportunity and ensuring that only approved wash and rework is added to approved host batches.
Monitors, maintains and recommends improvements of process automation equipment in coordination with corporate engineering. Maintenance of meter dispensing accuracy, including regular meter calibration schedules and evaluation of performance.
Work with Production Leadership to identify and develop solutions for training and knowledge gaps within the production teams.
Assists with identification and implementation of Continuous Improvement projects.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or closely related technical field. Extensive first hand knowledge of both the “how” and “why” of paint manufacturing and cross-departmental experience is a plus.
5+ years experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, supervisory positions a plus.
Knowledge of paint and coatings technology in an industrial setting
Strong technical and computer literacy skills required.
Strong interpersonal, customer service, and leadership skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
The ability to work in a matrixed organization is essential.
Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
Some domestic travel is required.
Demonstrated ability to handle employee relation issues and facilitate conflict resolution. Establish strong working partnership with HR.
Compensation Philosophy
At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a performance-based annual raise and bonus in recognition of their efforts that contribute to the success of our organization.We conduct regular pay audits, using both external market data and internal comparisons to ensure that our employees are compensated fairly and equitably. During our annual compensation review, we implement merit, equity, and promotion increases after a full calibration across all roles.
We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most. In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally, both through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Benjamin Moore, we believe diversity of culture, talent, and varying perspectives is key to a collaborative, innovative, and successful business. We are committed to driving change within our organization through purposeful Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) efforts, while also focusing on our customers and communities in which we serve.Our DE&I efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence and Safety. Our Social Impact programming of strategic local and national partnerships, in-kind donations, volunteerism, and more expands our ability to make a difference in the lives of all of our stakeholders.
We hope you will join us and become an advocate for diversity and inclusion here at Benjamin Moore.
At Benjamin Moore & Co, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive because it benefits our employees, our products, and our community. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Benjamin Moore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program
Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee’s student loans.The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.
EOE
Benjamin Moore & Co. is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.