Sealed Air Corporation
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Sealed Air Corporation . 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. In 2024, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in revenue and had approximately 16,400 employees distributing products and services to 117 countries/territories around the world. Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Value Stream Leader will develop and drive the manufacturing processes through continuous improvement to deliver and sustain profitable growth. The fundamental task will be to lead the operation of the site, develop strategy, and provide functional direction to site leaders. Responsibilities
Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and strategic goals. Collaborates with colleagues to achieve safety and environmental performance objectives. Collaborates with Plant Manager 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 and development and implementation of processes, procedures and assignment of functional responsibilities, and determination of budget and cost constraints. Communicates the company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for the site. Evaluates performance against production goals and optimizes resource allocation to improve quality, quantity, market share, and cost-efficiency of operations. Reviews and analyzes key business performance data, collaborates with management team on operations, and stays current on market trends and best practices. Engages the team in supervising day-to-day operations. Provides strategic guidance and resources to troubleshoot complex operational issues and customer service challenges. Initiates engineering projects and new product launches. Leads Lean improvement projects and serves as liaison between Lean personnel and their respective groups. Develops and leads implementation of Lean Six‑Sigma manufacturing initiatives, including utilization improvement, process capability enhancement, customer satisfaction, and employee involvement. Suggests changes in working conditions and equipment use to increase efficiency. Sets and communicates standards, deploys resources, and achieves clear, measurable performance expectations. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree Minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing leadership experience Injection Molding experience is strongly preferred Capital Investments experience is strongly preferred Able to work independently and within a team, generating results with minimal guidance from management Change Agent experience Green Belt Certification preferred Has direct reports, assigns work to staff, provides coaching and training, sets goals, is accountable for performance evaluation, plans staff development, and makes and approves people management decisions alone or in collaboration with HR Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills Demonstrated ability to apply MS Excel and other analysis tools to real-world problem solving Must be flexible, innovative, and comfortable setting own priorities Polished presentation, business acumen, and facilitation skills Good understanding of Lean manufacturing principles Experience with high volume operations Strong organization and planning skills 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.
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Value Stream Leader
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Sealed Air Corporation . 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. In 2024, Sealed Air generated $5.4 billion in revenue and had approximately 16,400 employees distributing products and services to 117 countries/territories around the world. Position Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Value Stream Leader will develop and drive the manufacturing processes through continuous improvement to deliver and sustain profitable growth. The fundamental task will be to lead the operation of the site, develop strategy, and provide functional direction to site leaders. Responsibilities
Directs all activities related to operations and production in accordance with Global Supply Chain's business plan and strategic goals. Collaborates with colleagues to achieve safety and environmental performance objectives. Collaborates with Plant Manager 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 and development and implementation of processes, procedures and assignment of functional responsibilities, and determination of budget and cost constraints. Communicates the company's and Global Supply Chain's strategic goals and vision for the site. Evaluates performance against production goals and optimizes resource allocation to improve quality, quantity, market share, and cost-efficiency of operations. Reviews and analyzes key business performance data, collaborates with management team on operations, and stays current on market trends and best practices. Engages the team in supervising day-to-day operations. Provides strategic guidance and resources to troubleshoot complex operational issues and customer service challenges. Initiates engineering projects and new product launches. Leads Lean improvement projects and serves as liaison between Lean personnel and their respective groups. Develops and leads implementation of Lean Six‑Sigma manufacturing initiatives, including utilization improvement, process capability enhancement, customer satisfaction, and employee involvement. Suggests changes in working conditions and equipment use to increase efficiency. Sets and communicates standards, deploys resources, and achieves clear, measurable performance expectations. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree Minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing leadership experience Injection Molding experience is strongly preferred Capital Investments experience is strongly preferred Able to work independently and within a team, generating results with minimal guidance from management Change Agent experience Green Belt Certification preferred Has direct reports, assigns work to staff, provides coaching and training, sets goals, is accountable for performance evaluation, plans staff development, and makes and approves people management decisions alone or in collaboration with HR Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills Demonstrated ability to apply MS Excel and other analysis tools to real-world problem solving Must be flexible, innovative, and comfortable setting own priorities Polished presentation, business acumen, and facilitation skills Good understanding of Lean manufacturing principles Experience with high volume operations Strong organization and planning skills 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.
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