Tinting Operations Specialist at Akzo Nobel in Houston, Texas

Job Description:

About AkzoNobel



Since 1792, we've been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people's lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It's what you'd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that's dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today - while creating an even better tomorrow. Let's paint the future together.


For more information please visit www.akzonobel.com


© 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.



Job Purpose



As part of the NAM Chromascan team, implement technology, carry out footprint optimization projects aswell as perform necessary repairs & retrofits to tint room assets across the network. The OperationsSpecialists will be Responsible in NAM for improving the outcomes of regional Chromascan Operations (CO)
and technical processes to improve capacity, and safety, reduce the cost of operation, and increase product quality.



Key Responsibilities

• Support the modernization of tinting practices within the Greater NAM region (Software, Dispensingtech & Op. Practices)


• Support the corporate & LSP tint room network with Emergency Repairs & planned setup activities ofproduction equipment.


• Coordinate, monitor and drive project activities, manage project risks, issues, changes, and resourcesand take corrective actions when necessary. Conduct root cause analysis when necessary &collaborate with stakeholders to bring restoration of Operating Standard.


• Identify and facilitate process improvement projects aimed towards aligning SAM to NAM & ROW.


• Conduct compliance audits & distributor evaluations to drive results through the established CIFramework for NAM MPC.


• Promotes health, safety, and environmental regulations by ensuring that standards, policies, andprocedures are adhered to in compliance with corporate, federal, state, and local requirements.


• Performs other duties as required for the success of AkzoNobel

Level of Autonomy

• Manage and implement regional Chromascan projects for the Greater Americas region in alignmentwith Corporate Strategy.


• Facilitate standardization of processes and learning for CO in regional distribution centers (RDCs) &Third-Party networks.


• Act as primary point of contact for NAM Site Managers & Vendors, and support LATAM Partners withTechnical expertise.


• Ensure effective training and tools are provided to Chromascan users to maintain standards of qualityand support capacity increase throughout the region.


• Work with Logistics Teams to implement footprint changes within the region & improve process safetyrecord

Job Requirements

• 1-3 years prior technical experience in production and/or machinery manufacturing.


• Physics or Mechanical Engineering Education (Associates Min.).


• Project Management & cross-functional project experience required (L6S or Agile Trained).


• Knowledgeable in Project Management Tools and Visio/Mapping software (CAD preferred).


• Proven Leadership Experience (1-5 direct reports).


• Strong people and team skills (Service-based operation experience desirable).


• Evidence of Basic Knowledge of IT Databases (SQL - Azure etc...).


• Strong skills in MS Office applications.


• Ability to travel internationally (CAN & LATAM Primarily).


• Working knowledge of Spanish (Fluent Preferred).


• Good communication skills; written, verbal, and presentation.


• Ability to communicate to multiple levels and functions including customers.


• Common sense approach, flexibility, and ability to learn.

Total Compensation

• The salary range for these skills is: $65,000 to $75,000 + a 5% Annual Bonus


• 401K retirement savings with a 6% company match


• Medical insurance with HSA


• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits


• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay


• Short & Long term disability


• Paid Parental leave


• Career growth opportunities


• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks


• Employee referral plan


• Employee appreciation days

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.


Requisition ID:45808


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