Job Description

We are seeking an Production Coordination Lead based at our Zurich-area site in Switzerland, reporting to the Production Manager.

• The enforcement of safe systems of work and holding those below them in the management structure accountable for their health and safety performance.
• The provision of safe equipment, safe working environment and ensuring all employees/contractors are provided with and wear the appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Ensure employees are adequately informed, instructed, trained and supervised to safely carry out work for which they are engaged.
• Ensure a safe working environment, striving for zero recordable injuries in compliance with internal policies and external legislation, through the delivery of key enabling activities (e.g. Near Misses, Safety Observations, timely completion of actions). Ensure that safety and environmental incidents are fully investigated and the appropriate countermeasures established.
• Manage the Production operations ensuring efficiency and the production schedule is achieved.
• Team members to be deployed and supervised effectively.
• Operating standards must be monitored and any necessary changes are initiated.
• Operator ‘dead time’ is closely monitored and any possible reductions are initiated.
• Team members are sufficiently empowered to take appropriate responsibility.
• Team members are actively involved in communication and the development and introduction of improvement initiatives.
• Cover is provided in the absence of other Team Leaders or Supervisors.
• Recommendations to plant, equipment and working practices are developed and effectively communicated to management.
• Day to day problems are resolved.
• Educated to High School Standard or equivalent
• Microsoft Office application competency
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing, coaching and negotiating skills.
• A proven track record in managing change within a diverse environment.
• An articulate communicator both written and verbal.
• Ability to effectively build and manage relationships.
• Has enthusiasm and patience to develop others. Values strong team work.
• Numerically astute with the ability to analyse data and drive the appropriate action
• Professional and positive attitude with a high standard of work ethics
• A strong customer focus
• Passionate about sustaining standards as a base from which to improve. Produces dynamic and creative but appropriate improvement.
• Proficient at producing and presenting proposals and able to demonstrate objective analytical skills and business acumen. Systematic. Completer finisher. Good Project management skills.
• Hands on approach and attitude.
• Continuous improvement is a core value.
• Self motivated

At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being

Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution

Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible

Eligibility to Work

You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.

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