{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1c84c037e052d54504136c38","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1c84c037e052d54504136c38","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1c84c037e052d54504136c38","title":"Division SPS Practitioner","description":"OverviewAs Division SPS Practitioner, you lead SPS deployment across the region and drive training to enable ongoing process improvements. You align divisional goals with SPS, supervise audits and dashboards, and coach plant teams to reduce losses and improve OEE, quality, and efficiency. You partner with leadership to set stretch metrics and coordinate standardization across plants. This remote role includes heavy travel, shaping a culture of continuous improvement and sustainable results.Compensation / BenefitsMedical, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents401(k) retirement plan with company matchEmployee wellbeing tools and EAPPaid time off and holidaysTuition reimbursementvariety of insurance plans (life, personal accident, disability)ResponsibilitiesLead the regional SPS implementation plan with leadership to drive training and activity-based improvementsReview and communicate trip reports, implementation plans, and scorecards with Division managementCalibrate divisional expectations with SPS for audits, machine condition, and maintenance excellenceSet plant-level KPIs and stretch goals for all SPS phases, ensuring balanced progressTrain and coach plant associates on OEE, quality, waste reduction, and cost of operationsAssist strategic planning, cost/benefit analyses, and financial impact assessment of SPSLead and mentor Lean-Six Sigma, DMAIC and TPM processes; mentor SPS and cross-site teamsStandardize Processes, Pillars, Metrics, and Communication formats across plants and divisionIdentify resources, plan pre-assessments, and support SPS steering team meetingsWalk the floor with plant leaders to verify 5S, DTM audits, and checklist accuracyEnsure adherence to SPS processes and drive knowledge transfer to regional teamsCoordinate SPS communications and visits to maintain KPI progress and capital/resource planningProvide direct feedback to plant managers and help develop corrective actionsSupport rewards decisions as milestones are reachedDrive continuous improvement and standardization across divisionLead area manager reviews of KPI performance and SPS readinessKey requirementsManufacturing leadership or engineering background with continuous improvement experience (TPM, Lean, Six Sigma)Strong technical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing disciplines, financials, and technologies across the regionProven ability to lead cross-functional teams at multiple sites from shop floor to regional levelsExperience in coaching, team development, and relationship-building across diverse groupsAbility to clearly communicate and transfer knowledge to varied audienceswillingness to travel up to 80% and work remotely from Southeast USCapable of delivering results with minimal supervisionleadershipcommunicationinfluencing othersLeanSix SigmaDMAIC","company":"Sonoco","rawCompany":"sonoco","city":"Everett","state":"WA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-26T13:44:05.888Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3051.00","title":"Industrial Production Managers","slug":"industrial-production-managers"},{"code":"51-1011.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-production-and-operating-workers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541611","title":"Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services","slug":"administrative-management-and-general-management-consulting-services"},{"code":"541618","title":"Other Management Consulting Services","slug":"other-management-consulting-services"},{"code":"551114","title":"Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices","slug":"corporate-subsidiary-and-regional-managing-offices"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Division SPS Practitioner","description":"OverviewAs Division SPS Practitioner, you lead SPS deployment across the region and drive training to enable ongoing process improvements. 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