Position Description

Job Summary

What's the job?

Reporting to the Production Superintendent, the Shift Leader facilitates the development of high- performance teams within the plants. This position is also accountable for ensuring that high performance teams work collaboratively in the decision-making processes and that the decisions are in alignment with plant goals and objectives, World Class Manufacturing (WCM) standards, Key Performance Indicator's (KPI), OSHA requirement and current Human Resources (HR) guidelines. Finally, the Shift Leader is responsible for all activities at the site and acts as the primary point of contact in off-hours and on weekends in the absence of plant management.

• Collaborates with the appropriate pillar champion to coordinate the on-shift crew participation and implementation of WCM / Lean projects as part of daily work expectations in high performance team culture.
• Coaches associates to identify inefficiencies or gaps and utilizes facilitation skills to engage technicians in the development of systems and processes to streamline the operation utilizing WCM / Lean tools, to drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Coaches associates to maintain a clean, organized plant using 5-S techniques as well as executing Autonomous and Professional Maintenance, the use of tags, CIL's, and other WCM tools as appropriate.
• Develops and audits compliance reports to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Supports various training initiatives and business needs in alignment and coordination with other pillar leaders.
• Collaborates with process and area engineers to review Enhanced Work Orders (EWO) to ensure that necessary training is communicated, executed, and sustaining actions are in place.
• Improves the linkage of WCM standards implementation to line performance and facilitates the transfer of knowledge from technical resources.
• Coaches the associates towards achieving an accident-free worksite while maintaining status as the preferred supplier of quality products and service with a goal of world class yield, availability, and reliability.
• Continuously evaluates workplace for safety concerns and ensures behavioral safety initiatives are performed to goal levels.
• Assures good housekeeping practices following 5S systems, enforces plant rules and safety regulations, counsel's employees and supports VMVO and WCM initiatives.
• Facilitates the training and development of technicians on the critical functions of their jobs to include training them on product quality standards, reporting of shift performance, troubleshooting, and making proper adjustments to the process.
• Accountable for fostering a safe work culture. Must recognize unsafe conditions and practices and quickly address them to prevent injuries and property loss. Conducts safety audits, investigations, and job safety analysis on a regular basis.
• Make rounds multiple times per shift, engaging associates using the Area Improvement Boards to continually drive both daily activities and continuous improvement.
• Responsible for accurate production reporting in GXO and shift hand-over reports.
• Responsible for updating Kronos on a shifty basis to ensure accurate time keeping for subordinates.
• Works with other supervisors for basic shift scheduling and coverage issues.
• Works directly with maintenance front-line leaders to address problems online
• Enters maintenance work notifications in SAP

Required Qualifications

What do you bring?

• Two (2) years of post-high school education.
• Five (5) years of manufacturing/industrial/technical experience, or a minimum of four (4) years of military
• experience, or two (2) years of experience teaching, leading, or coaching.
• Flexible, open-minded team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving capabilities to work effectively in corporate, manufacturing and team
• environments.
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Previous experience in high performance teams or self-directed teams in a production environment.
• Preferred previous work experience in Lean principles or World Class Manufacturing.
• Ability to be an outstanding coach and leader, with succession planning and employee development skills.
• Active interest and success in people development and training systems.

Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. The national pay range for this position is $79,500 to $123,400 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The total target cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $87,450 to $135,740.

Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' well-being and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best needs their individual needs.

Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Commuter Benefits
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.