Jamie (Slyder) Sherman
About Jamie (Slyder) Sherman
Jamie (Slyder) Sherman is the Elmore Metals Plant Manager at Materion Corporation, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in various roles within the company, including Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager and Strip Process Engineer, and holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration.
Work at Materion Corporation
Jamie Sherman currently serves as the Elmore Metals Plant Manager at Materion Corporation, a position held since 2023. Prior to this role, Jamie worked as Plant 1 Manager from 2021 to 2023 in Reading, Pennsylvania. Jamie's career at Materion began with a cooperative education position as a Facilities Mechanical Cooperative Education Student from 2013 to 2015. Over the years, Jamie has held various roles including Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager, Strip Process Engineer, and Lean Manufacturing Engineer, contributing to the company's operations in Elmore, Ohio.
Education and Expertise
Jamie Sherman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Toledo, completing the program from 2011 to 2015. Following this, Jamie pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Bowling Green State University, which was completed between 2017 and 2020. This educational background provides a strong foundation in both engineering principles and business management.
Background in Engineering and Management
Jamie's professional background includes extensive experience in engineering and management roles. Prior to becoming Plant Manager, Jamie worked as a Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager and a Strip Process Engineer at Materion Corporation. These roles involved overseeing quality assurance processes and optimizing manufacturing operations, which contributed to Jamie's development as a leader in the manufacturing sector.
Involvement in Company Initiatives
At Materion Corporation, Jamie participates in the Company Diversity & Inclusion Council, which focuses on promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. Additionally, Jamie serves as a member of the Company Values & Culture Steering Committee, contributing to the development and reinforcement of the company's core values and culture among employees.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Materion Corporation, Jamie worked at Priority Plastics Inc. as a Product Packer for three months in 2012. This early experience in the manufacturing sector provided foundational skills in production and quality control, which have been built upon in subsequent roles at Materion.