2026 Operations Accelerated Development Program - Columbus, OH

The Operations Supervisor Accelerated Development Program is designed as a 15–18-month assignment to assist the site Operations Manager with day-to-day tasks and special projects. The program participants manage their own projects to assist the team in achieving goals. The identified candidate can begin in January or July of 2026 and will report to the Columbus, Ohio site for the duration of the training.

The Operations Supervisor ADP is “hosted” by the Global Supply Chain Organizational Development Department and participants are matched with one of our manufacturing or distribution facilities. After completion of the first 9 months of the program, the employee will gain a minimum of 6 months of experience as an Acting Supervisor within the warehouse or production plant completing 2 months in each shift (3 total).  

Position Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting the Operations Manager within Production and Warehousing Operation functions including: 

• Assisting with planning daily work scheduled 
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and six sigma training 
• Support site safety programs  
• Understanding sites accounting and billing departments for production  
• Working with the filling department and filling supervision needs 
• Maintenance & engineering of site equipment and operating procedures to be able to identify and resolve any defect in equipment or products 
• Understand inventory, routing, and shipping procedures 
• Human resources exposure: coordinate and plan employee training, development, performance management, and corrective actions.  
• Supervision of Site Operating teams 
• Exposure to timekeeping and production control systems 
• Must have a bachelor's degree or higher by the start of this development program. 
• Must be willing to relocate for the position AND upon completion of the program.  
• Must have a minimum overall GPA of 2.8   
• Must be at least 18 years of age   

Minimum Requirements

• be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status now or in the future   
• Must have at least one (1) year of experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and Power Point 

Preferred Qualifications

• Have a major in Managment, Engineering, Business Administration, Operations or Supply Chain 
• Have experience with continuous improvement tools such as Six Sigma, 5-S, Lean Manufacturing, etc.  
• Have previous Internship/Co-op experience within Sherwin-Williams.   
• Have previous Internship, Co-op or work experience in a related field    
• Have previous experience working in a team-oriented setting including work experience, extracurricular activities, military service, etc.

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

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.