Program Structure
Operations Management associates undergo an initial eight-week leadership training program in Dalton, GA. Following training, they are placed at one of our manufacturing facilities in the southeast (Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama or Tennessee) where they are mentored by plant leadership and gain technical skills and knowledge specific to the operation. Generally, operations management associates will rotate through multiple facilities or departments to evaluate opportunities and determine a permanent location that best utilizes their talents.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Textile Engineering, or a related discipline. Co-op or intern experience highly preferred.
Opportunities
Typical opportunities include:
Project Engineering
Continuous Improvement Engineering
Program Structure
Our extensive eight-week sales training programs at our headquarters in northwest Georgia prepare associates for a successful sales career supporting our residential or commercial business. Associates participate in everything from team building activities, plant tours, product knowledge assessments, corporate networking, professional presentations and much more.
Following training, associates transition into a field apprenticeship where they enter into a geographic market within the US and apply what they learned with the support of other successful sales leaders. Here, they get to learn best practices while gaining hands-on, on-the-job training.
Eligibility
Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and a four-year bachelor's degree.
Opportunities
At the end of their apprenticeship, they are placed into one of our sales locations throughout the US as a territory manager.
Participants in the Supply Chain Development Program will accelerate their careers with on-the-job training and industry exposure. They have the ability to strategically execute new and exciting initiatives throughout our integrated supply chain organization.
At the beginning of the program, participants complete an initial training program in northwest Georgia with other new operations management professionals who are beginning their career. This structure provides an opportunity to gain insight into the various systems and processes within Shaw while engaging with management and other associates across various areas of the enterprise.
Opportunities
Following the initial training, the participants will gain practical and intentional experience through four six-month rotations. Associates can choose assignments within the following key areas of supply chain:
The rotations are designed to hone communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills necessary to navigate the daily complexities of supply chain management.
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The Commercial Marketing & Customer Experience (MCX) training program is designed to shape future leaders within our commercial division. Over 18 months, participants will rotate through three 6-month rotations, offering hands-on exposure to various career paths within marketing and customer experience. You’ll explore emerging trends, branding strategies, business development, and customer insights, preparing you for a dynamic career in our industry.
You will complete one rotation with each of the following key teams:
• Patcraft
• Shaw Contract
• Customer Experience
Throughout these rotations, you’ll learn about marketing strategies, customer loyalty initiatives, proposal writing, contract management, and more, while gaining insights into our two flagship commercial brands.
